What is the cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats station to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats Station and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

The distance between Saltcoats and Arbroath is 130 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

How do I travel from Saltcoats to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Arbroath bus from?

Saltcoats to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Saltcoats Station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Arbroath train from?

Saltcoats to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Saltcoats station.

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Arbroath bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Arbroath train arrive?

Saltcoats to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Arbroath is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Saltcoats to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Saltcoats to Arbroath?

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Saltcoats to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saltcoats to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 27m
£47–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 38m
£25–37
Train, bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
4h 20m
£29–58
Drive 119.4 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Arbroathcar 119.4 mi
2h 32m
£31–44

Saltcoats to Arbroath by train and foot

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3h 27mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.3 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Saltcoats, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Arbroath via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saltcoats Station to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 4h 38m.

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