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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Somerset is to bus via Birmingham which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Somerset is to fly and train and line 21 bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Lower Durston via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Taunton via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Scotland to Somerset?

The distance between Scotland and Somerset is 390 miles. The road distance is 406.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Somerset without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 8h 56m and costs £150 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Scotland to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Somerset bus from?

Scotland to Somerset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Somerset?

The best way to get from Scotland to Somerset is to train via Warrington which takes 8h 56m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Scotland to Somerset bus arrive?

Scotland to Somerset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Scotland to Somerset train arrive?

Scotland to Somerset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Somerset is 406 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Scotland to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 786+ hotels available in Somerset.

Scotland to Somerset - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, line 21 bus, and bus

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There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Somerset by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train, line 21 bus
best
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus
4h 56m
£54–144
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
12h 11m
£49–76
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
8h 56m
£157–251
Drive 403.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Somersetcar 403.9 mi
6h 38m
£100–144
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train, line 21 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus
5h 13m
£62–164
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 15m
£103–271
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train, line 21 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus
6h 5m
£112–302
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 46m
£63–181
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Tauntontrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
9h 37m
£234–344
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
12h 17m
£70–113

Scotland to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 387.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Scotland and Somerset, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Branchflower Farm via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lower Durston via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 11m.

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