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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Scotland is to bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs £30 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Scotland?

The distance between Gloucester and Scotland is 347 miles. The road distance is 337.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Scotland without a car is to train via Preston which takes 6h 10m and costs £40 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Gloucester to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Scotland bus from?

Gloucester to Scotland bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Scotland train from?

Gloucester to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Scotland?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Scotland is to train via Preston which takes 6h 10m and costs £40 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Gloucester to Scotland bus arrive?

Gloucester to Scotland bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Gloucester to Scotland train arrive?

Gloucester to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Scotland is 337 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Gloucester to Scotland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gloucester to Scotland?

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 714+ hotels available in Scotland.

Gloucester to Scotland - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Gloucester to Scotland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
6h 10m
£42–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall Stbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
8h
£20–66
Drive 335.2 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Glasgowcar 335.2 mi
5h 32m
£83–119
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 6m
£52–127
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central
7h 11m
£100–160
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
10h 10m
£34–75
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3h 46m
£41–107
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3h 59m
£47–143
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3h 39m
£34–128
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 25m
£88–258
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
5h 11m
£82–248

Gloucester to Scotland by train

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6h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Buchanan Bus Station via Newhall St in around 8h.

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