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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Portlethen is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Portlethen is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Roadside of Cookston via Seagate Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Portlethen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Portlethen. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Portlethen?

The distance between Glasgow and Portlethen is 145 miles. The road distance is 133.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Portlethen without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £60 - £110.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Portlethen takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Portlethen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Portlethen train from?

Glasgow to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Portlethen is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Union Square Bus Station, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Glasgow to Portlethen bus arrive?

Glasgow to Portlethen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Portlethen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Portlethen?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Portlethen is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Glasgow to Portlethen.

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

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Where can I stay near Portlethen?

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Glasgow to Portlethen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Portlethentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen
2h 35m
£60–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Portlethenbus Ember
3h 53m
£17–26
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3h 39m
£24–55
Drive 132.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Portlethencar 132.7 mi
2h 23m
£33–47

Glasgow to Portlethen by train

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Distance: 144.4 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Portlethen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Roadside of Cookston via Seagate Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station in around 3h 39m.

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