What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Wem via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

The distance between Glasgow and Ellesmere is 275 miles. The road distance is 256.1 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Ellesmere without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Ellesmere bus from?

Glasgow to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Ellesmere train from?

Glasgow to Ellesmere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Glasgow to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Glasgow to Ellesmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Glasgow to Ellesmere train arrive?

Glasgow to Ellesmere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Ellesmere is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Glasgow to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 815+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Glasgow to Ellesmere - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
6h 4m
£88–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 41
10h 11m
£40–67
Drive 254.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Ellesmerecar 254.6 mi
4h 30m
£64–92
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train, line 501 bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus
6h 7m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 53m
£86–140
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
8h 5m
£69–213
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
7h 11m
£63–161
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
7h 40m
£69–173

Glasgow to Ellesmere by train and bus

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Distance: 273.3 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Watergate Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 10h 11m.

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