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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Prestwich is to bus via Longfield Centre which costs £27 - £45 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Prestwich is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Glasgow and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Prestwich via Lancaster and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Prestwich?

The distance between Glasgow and Prestwich is 228 miles. The road distance is 210.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Prestwich without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Glasgow to Prestwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Prestwich bus from?

Glasgow to Prestwich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Prestwich train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Prestwich?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Prestwich is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 4h 21m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h.

Where does the Glasgow to Prestwich bus arrive?

Glasgow to Prestwich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Prestwich train arrive?

Glasgow to Prestwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Prestwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Prestwich is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Glasgow to Prestwich.

Where can I stay near Prestwich?

There are 3644+ hotels available in Prestwich.

Glasgow to Prestwich - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Prestwich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 55m
£80–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 21m
£28–45
Drive 208.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Prestwichcar 208.9 mi
3h 28m
£51–74
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h
£53–157
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 59m
£70–143
Bus via Longfield Centre
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 25m
£28–43
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 40m
£61–174
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 34m
£66–169

Glasgow to Prestwich by train and tram

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Prestwich via Lancaster, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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