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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Rothbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Rothbury is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Retail Park via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Alnmouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Rothbury?

The distance between Glasgow and Rothbury is 153 miles. The road distance is 127.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Rothbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Glasgow to Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Rothbury bus from?

Glasgow to Rothbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Rothbury train from?

Glasgow to Rothbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Rothbury?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Rothbury is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Glasgow to Rothbury bus arrive?

Glasgow to Rothbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Retail Park station.

Where does the Glasgow to Rothbury train arrive?

Glasgow to Rothbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Alnmouth station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Rothbury is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Glasgow to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Rothbury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Alnmouthtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 39m
£95–133
Drive 126.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Rothburycar 126.4 mi
2h 25m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
3h 27m
£50–69
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 42m
£69–134

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Glasgow Central to Alnmouth once daily. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Retail Park once daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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