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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Glasgow is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Glasgow is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Ratho Close and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Glasgow?

The distance between Newcastle and Glasgow is 62 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Glasgow without a car is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Newcastle to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where does the Newcastle to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Glasgow is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Newcastle to Glasgow.

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

There are 1565+ hotels available in Glasgow.

Newcastle to Glasgow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 39 bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2h 34m
£15–23
Drive 54.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Glasgowcar 54.5 mi
1h 4m
£14–20
Line 39 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ratho Close to Railway Stationbus 39B / ...
2. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3h 1m
£24–68
Line 39 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ratho Close to Bus Stationbus 39B / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes Streetbus X58
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3h 42m
£18–32

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Ratho Close to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 2h 34m.

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