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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Swinton is to bus via Salford Crescent Rail Station which costs £29 - £45 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Swinton is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Leinster Road via Shudehill Interchange and Salford Crescent Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Swinton?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Salford Crescent via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Swinton?

The distance between Glasgow and Swinton is 224 miles. The road distance is 208.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Swinton without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Glasgow to Swinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Swinton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Swinton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Swinton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Swinton is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Salford Crescent Rail Station, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 4h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £190 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Glasgow to Swinton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Swinton train arrive?

Glasgow to Swinton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Swinton is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Glasgow to Swinton.

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

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Where can I stay near Swinton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Salford Crescenttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 47m
£54–120
Bus via Salford Crescent Rail Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 41m
£30–42
Drive 207.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Swintoncar 207.5 mi
3h 26m
£52–74
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 17m
£58–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
5h 13m
£36–58
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
6h 16m
£58–185
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
6h 13m
£73–189
Fly Glasgow Airport 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 42m
£58–147

Glasgow to Swinton by train and bus

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Distance: 223 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Swinton, Salford, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Leinster Road via Preston, Salford Crescent, and Salford Crescent Rail Station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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