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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Essex is to fly and train which costs £26 - £140 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Essex is to fly and train which takes 4h 7m and costs £26 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Essex. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at White Notley via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Essex?

The distance between Glasgow and Essex is 445 miles. The road distance is 389.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Essex without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Glasgow to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Essex?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Essex is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £80 - £210 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Glasgow to Essex bus arrive?

Glasgow to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Glasgow to Essex train arrive?

Glasgow to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Essex is 389 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Glasgow to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Essex?

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
6h 39m
£148–285
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Braintree to White Notleytrain
4h 7m
£26–131
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Coach Stationbus 737
11h 15m
£84–201
Drive 387.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Essexcar 387.2 mi
6h 51m
£94–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
12h 40m
£60–106
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
4h 50m
£33–130
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
4h 35m
£98–353
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
5h 10m
£79–214
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
5h 21m
£97–355
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
5h 20m
£75–212

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN) flights

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Distance: 442.7 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 11h 15m.

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