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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to York is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to York is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 20m and costs £70 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to York. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Micklegate via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at York. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Glasgow to York?

The distance between Glasgow and York is 251 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to York without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 20m and costs £70 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Glasgow to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to York bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to York?

The best way to get from Glasgow to York is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 20m and costs £70 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Glasgow to York bus arrive?

Glasgow to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to York train arrive?

Glasgow to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to York is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Glasgow to York.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to York?

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Where can I stay near York?

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 20m
£74–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
6h 13m
£27–43
Drive 209.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Yorkcar 209.5 mi
3h 38m
£51–74
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane GLA - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
6h 16m
£59–148
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Yorktrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 50m
£130–200
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
7h 48m
£32–113
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
6h 39m
£76–195
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain
5h 3m
£96–202

Glasgow to York by train

303Weekly Trains

3h 20mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to York via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Micklegate via Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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