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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Read is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Read is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Read?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Read. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 and arriving at Constitutional Club via Bus Station and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Read?

The distance between Glasgow and Read is 211 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Read without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Glasgow to Read, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Read bus from?

Glasgow to Read bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Read?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Read is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Glasgow to Read bus arrive?

Glasgow to Read bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Preston Coach Station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Read?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Read is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Glasgow to Read.

Where can I stay near Read?

There are 979+ hotels available in Read.

Glasgow to Read - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 152 bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Glasgow to Read by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 46m
£24–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
5h 49m
£16–41
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to Preston Coach Stationmegabus M11
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Office152
5h 31m
Drive 183.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Read183.3 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Clitheroe
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Campbell Street
6h 49m

Glasgow to Read by train, foot, and bus

227Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Read, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £22–110 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to Constitutional Club via Bus Station, Post Office, and Town Hall in around 5h 31m.

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