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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Tarbolton is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Tarbolton is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from West Regent Lane and arriving at James Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Tarbolton?

The distance between Glasgow and Tarbolton is 49 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Tarbolton without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 1h 29m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Glasgow to Tarbolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Tarbolton bus from?

Glasgow to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from West Regent Lane station.

Where does the Glasgow to Tarbolton bus arrive?

Glasgow to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Tarbolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Tarbolton is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Glasgow to Tarbolton.

Where can I stay near Tarbolton?

There are 542+ hotels available in Tarbolton.

Glasgow to Tarbolton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the bus from Killoch Place to James Streetbus 343 / ...
1h 29m
£21–38
Drive 31.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Tarboltoncar 31.3 mi
38 min
£8–11
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to James Streetbus 343 / ...
1h 37m
£14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Tarboltontaxi 31.3 mi
38 min
£100–130

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Tarbolton, Scotland?

You can take a bus from West Regent Lane to James Street via Ayr Bus Station in around 1h 37m.

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