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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Plains is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Plains is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Plains?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Plains. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Livingston Drive via Bus Stance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Plains?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and arriving at Drumgelloch. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Glasgow to Plains?

The distance between Glasgow and Plains is 12 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Plains without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Drumgelloch takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Plains bus from?

Glasgow to Plains bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Plains train from?

Glasgow to Plains train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Plains?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Plains is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 902 bus and line 216 bus, which costs and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Glasgow to Plains bus arrive?

Glasgow to Plains bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Stance station.

Where does the Glasgow to Plains train arrive?

Glasgow to Plains train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Drumgelloch station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Plains is 15 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Glasgow to Plains.

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

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Where can I stay near Plains?

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Glasgow to Plains - 5 ways to travel via train, line 902 bus, and line 216 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Glasgow to Plains by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Drumgellochtrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
31 min
£5–10
Drive 14.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Plainscar 14.8 mi
24 min
£4–6
Line 902 bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stancebus 902
2. Take the bus from Bus Stance to Livingston Drivebus 216
1h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Plainstaxi 14.8 mi
24 min
£50–65
Train, line 216 bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Airdrietrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Bank Street to Livingston Drivebus 216
1h 19m

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Distance: 11.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Plains, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Drumgelloch every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Drive via Bus Stance in around 1h 28m.

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