What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Essex is to fly and train which costs £28 - £140 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Essex is to fly and train which takes 4h 9m and costs £28 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Essex. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at White Notley via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Scotland to Essex?

The distance between Scotland and Essex is 445 miles. The road distance is 389.4 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Essex without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Essex?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Scotland to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Essex bus from?

Scotland to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Essex train from?

Scotland to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Essex?

The best way to get from Scotland to Essex is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £140 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £80 - £200 and takes 11h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £30 - £130 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Scotland to Essex bus arrive?

Scotland to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Scotland to Essex train arrive?

Scotland to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Essex is 389 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Scotland to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Scotland to Essex?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
6h 39m
£142–280
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Braintree to White Notleytrain
4h 9m
£28–131
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Coach Stationbus 737
11h 15m
£82–198
Drive 387.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Essexcar 387.2 mi
6h 51m
£94–136
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
4h 21m
£34–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
12h 40m
£61–107
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
4h 36m
£100–353
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
4h 59m
£110–338
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
5h 9m
£81–217
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
5h 26m
£74–212

Scotland to Essex by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 442.7 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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You can take a train from Glasgow Central to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 11h 15m.

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