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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Nottingham is to bus and train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Nottingham is to fly and train which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Nottingham via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Nottingham?

The distance between Glasgow and Nottingham is 309 miles. The road distance is 278.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Glasgow to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Nottingham is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Glasgow to Nottingham bus arrive?

Glasgow to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Nottingham is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Glasgow to Nottingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Nottingham?

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Glasgow to Nottingham - 13 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 49m
£116–190
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11
8h 47m
£33–152
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
8h 30m
£60–150
Drive 277.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Nottinghamcar 277.2 mi
4h 50m
£68–99
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 Nottinghamtrain
4h 20m
£59–137
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
6h
£111–194
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
9h 37m
£46–76
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
5h 9m
£67–152
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 Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
4h 53m
£86–205
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 London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
5h 44m
£135–415
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Ketteringtrain
4. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
5h 42m
£84–210
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 Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
6h 19m
£107–223
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Elytrain
3. Take the train from Ely to Nottinghamtrain
6h 33m
£81–210

Glasgow to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Nottingham via Crewe in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £60–150 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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