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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Riccarton is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Riccarton is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Riccarton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Riccarton. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Heriot Watt Campus via Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Riccarton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Curriehill. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Riccarton?

The distance between Glasgow and Riccarton is 41 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Riccarton without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £35.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Curriehill takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Riccarton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Riccarton train from?

Glasgow to Riccarton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Riccarton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Riccarton is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 25 bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Glasgow to Riccarton bus arrive?

Glasgow to Riccarton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Riccarton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Riccarton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Riccarton is 42 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Glasgow to Riccarton.

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

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Where can I stay near Riccarton?

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Glasgow to Riccarton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 25 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Curriehilltrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 22m
£17–35
Drive 42.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Riccartoncar 42.1 mi
45 min
£11–15
Bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Heriot Watt Campusbus 25 / ...
1h 46m
£12–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Riccartontaxi 42.1 mi
45 min
£140–170
Bus, line 25 bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Heriot Watt Campusbus 25 / ...
1h 58m
£12–19

Glasgow to Riccarton by train and foot

127Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.4 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Riccarton, Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Curriehill hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Riccarton via Haymarket Station and Heriot Watt Campus in around 1h 46m.

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