What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus via Inverness which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Glasgow and Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 313 miles. The road distance is 270.7 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 48m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus from?

Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus which takes 7h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus arrive?

Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

What is the time difference between Glasgow and Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 1h ahead of Glasgow. It is currently 3:37 PM in Glasgow and 4:37 PM in Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Where can I stay near Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

There are 87+ hotels available in Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to InvernessGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
7h 48m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry TerminalX99
8h 37m
£37–74
Train, bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
8h 56m
Drive 269.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Scrabster Ferry Terminal269.1 mi
5h 23m
£68–98
Fly Glasgow Airport to Kirkwall, ferry
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)GLA - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
6h 55m
£229–589
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
7h 53m
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
9h 17m
£41–112
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Kirkwall, ferry
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)EDI - KOI
3. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
7h 35m
£178–431
Fly Glasgow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry Terminal
9h 30m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.3 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Union Street and Ferry Terminal in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Perth, Inverness, and Thurso in around 9h 17m.

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