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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port is to bus which costs £28 - £95 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Southport Interchange and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Wigan North Western and Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Glasgow and Ellesmere Port is 240 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Ellesmere Port bus from?

Glasgow to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £95 and takes 7h 42m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Glasgow to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Glasgow to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Glasgow to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Ellesmere Port is 231 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Ellesmere Port?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 36m
£87–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
7h 42m
£28–93
Drive 229.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Ellesmere Portcar 229.9 mi
3h 56m
£56–81
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
5h 17m
£59–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Chads Churchbus 42
3. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
8h 47m
£55–115
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
6h 1m
£69–190
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 33m
£70–195
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 46m
£67–193

Glasgow to Ellesmere Port by train and foot

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m. TransPennine Express also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Southport Interchange, Queen Square Bus Station, and Whitechapel in around 7h 42m.

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