What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Kirkby Lonsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Kirkby Lonsdale. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at New Road via Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Kirkby Lonsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

The distance between Glasgow and Kirkby Lonsdale is 161 miles. The road distance is 149.8 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale bus from?

Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 81 bus via Underpass, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale bus arrive?

Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale train arrive?

Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Lonsdale?

There are 1419+ hotels available in Kirkby Lonsdale.

Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 81 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdale by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 2m
£77–120
Drive 148.9 mi
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1. Drive from Glasgow to Kirkby Lonsdalecar 148.9 mi
2h 33m
£36–52
Bus, line 81 bus via Underpass
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Roadbus 81 / ...
5h
Bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Roadbus 81 / ...
5h 13m

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Kirkby Lonsdale, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to New Road via Underpass and Bus Station in around 5h.

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