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

The cheapest way to get from Thornton to Glasgow is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornton to Glasgow is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from The Clock Tower and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Glenrothes with Thornton and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Thornton to Glasgow?

The distance between Thornton and Glasgow is 76 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thornton to Glasgow without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £21 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Thornton to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornton to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thornton to Glasgow train from?

Thornton to Glasgow train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Train or bus from Thornton to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Thornton to Glasgow is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £21 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Thornton to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thornton to Glasgow train arrive?

Thornton to Glasgow train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Thornton to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton to Glasgow is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Thornton to Glasgow.

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

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Thornton to Glasgow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
1h 54m
£21–64
Drive 53.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton to Glasgowcar 53.3 mi
1h 4m
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2h 14m
£21–40
Bus
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 41m
£16–24

Thornton to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Glasgow Queen Street via Haymarket in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Clock Tower to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 2h 41m.

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