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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Greenock is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Greenock is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Houston Square and arriving at West Stewart Street via Mill Of Gryffe Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Greenock West via Paisley Gilmour Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Johnstone to Greenock?

The distance between Johnstone and Greenock is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Johnstone to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Greenock bus from?

Johnstone to Greenock bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Houston Square station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Greenock train from?

Johnstone to Greenock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Johnstone to Greenock?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Greenock is to train which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Johnstone to Greenock bus arrive?

Johnstone to Greenock bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Mill Of Gryffe Road station.

Where does the Johnstone to Greenock train arrive?

Johnstone to Greenock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Greenock West station.

Can I drive from Johnstone to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Greenock is 15 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Johnstone to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

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Johnstone to Greenock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Johnstone to Greenock by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Greenock WestGlasgow Central - Gourock
47 min
£10–11
Drive 15.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Greenock15.1 mi
22 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Houston Square to Mill Of Gryffe Road1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Mill Of Gryffe Road to West Stewart StreetX7
1h 33m
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johnstone to Greenock15.1 mi
22 min
£30–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quarrelton Road to Smithhills Street17A / ...
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Greenock WestGlasgow Central - Gourock
59 min
£12–13

Johnstone to Greenock by train

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Distance: 19.3 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Greenock West hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houston Square to West Stewart Street via Mill Of Gryffe Road in around 1h 33m.

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