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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Thornton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Thornton is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Station Road via North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Thornton?

The distance between Glasgow and Thornton is 62 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £27 - £50.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Glenrothes with Thornton takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Thornton bus from?

Glasgow to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Thornton train from?

Glasgow to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Thornton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Thornton is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Glasgow to Thornton bus arrive?

Glasgow to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Glasgow to Thornton train arrive?

Glasgow to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Thornton is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Glasgow to Thornton.

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

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Where can I stay near Thornton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee
1h 43m
£27–50
Drive 52.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Thorntoncar 52.8 mi
1h 3m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Bus Stationbus X24
2h 33m
£16–23
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 17m
£22–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 45m
£22–40

Glasgow to Thornton by train

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Distance: 61.3 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Glenrothes with Thornton 5 times a week. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Road via North Approach Road and Bus Station in around 2h 33m.

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