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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Prescot is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Prescot is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Grosvenor Road via Bus Station, Wigan Rail Stations and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Prescot via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Prescot?

The distance between Glasgow and Prescot is 219 miles. The road distance is 211 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Prescot without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Glasgow to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Prescot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Prescot train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Prescot?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Prescot is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 5h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Glasgow to Prescot bus arrive?

Glasgow to Prescot bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Prescot train arrive?

Glasgow to Prescot train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Prescot is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Glasgow to Prescot.

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

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Train via Wigan North Western
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 23m
£79–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 35m
£31–103
Drive 209.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Prescotcar 209.8 mi
3h 36m
£52–74
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
5h 4m
£50–161
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 34m
£83–142
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 48m
£55–170
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rainhilltrain
6h 4m
£62–182

Glasgow to Prescot by train

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Distance: 217.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 36m. TransPennine Express also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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