What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats?

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from West Stewart Street and arriving at North Ayrshire Museum via Manse Court. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Saltcoats via Paisley Gilmour Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Greenock to Saltcoats?

The distance between Greenock and Saltcoats is 39 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

How do I travel from Greenock to Saltcoats without a car?

The best way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £13 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Greenock to Saltcoats?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Greenock to Saltcoats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Saltcoats bus from?

Greenock to Saltcoats bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from West Stewart Street station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Saltcoats train from?

Greenock to Saltcoats train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Greenock West station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Saltcoats?

The best way to get from Greenock to Saltcoats is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £13 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 906 bus and line 585 bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Greenock to Saltcoats bus arrive?

Greenock to Saltcoats bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Manse Court station.

Where does the Greenock to Saltcoats train arrive?

Greenock to Saltcoats train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Saltcoats?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Saltcoats is 27 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Greenock to Saltcoats.

How do I get a train ticket from Greenock to Saltcoats?

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Greenock to Saltcoats - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 906 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Greenock to Saltcoats by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Paisley Gilmour StreetGourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to SaltcoatsGlasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
1h 17m
£14–18
Drive 26.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenock to Saltcoats26.9 mi
43 min
£7–10
Line 906 bus, line 585 bus
1. Take the bus from West Stewart Street to Manse Court906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to North Ayrshire Museum585A / ...
1h 39m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Saltcoats26.9 mi
43 min
£55–70

Greenock to Saltcoats by train

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Distance: 38.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Saltcoats, Scotland?

You can take a train from Greenock West to Saltcoats via Paisley Gilmour Street in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Stewart Street to North Ayrshire Museum via Manse Court in around 1h 39m.

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