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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Swinton is to bus via Eccles Interchange which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 1m.

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 Leigh Avenue via Shudehill Interchange and Eccles Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

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 £70 - £140.

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 £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Eccles Interchange, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 14m.

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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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
£70–139
Bus via Eccles Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 1m
£29–45
Drive 207.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Swintoncar 207.5 mi
3h 26m
£51–73
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 14m
£54–156
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 37m
£44–100
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 Oxford Roadtrain
5h 36m
£61–172
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 44m
£66–167

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 hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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