GETTING AROUND GLASGOW

Buses

• Routes 11, 44 and 44A run through the main campus from the city centre.
• Other routes serve Dumbarton Road, Great Western Road and Byres Road.
• A seasonal tourist bus stops at the University.
• The University minibus runs between the dorm and the main gate of the campus. It can hold 14 passengers.

Subway

• The main station for the University is Hillhead.
• Glasgow Subway Map [PDF]
• More information on travel by subway and ticketing options.
• The program will purchase 2 subway passes that will provide 30 subway journeys.

Local trains

There are two train stations, the Queens Street Station and the Glasgow Central Station, in Glasgow that act as hubs for all train travel in Scotland. Outside of Glasgow, the closest train station to the University is Patrick Station. It has an interchange with the subway and with bus services on Dumbarton Road. We will use the Queens Station for our trip to Edinburgh. Visit the National Rail Enquires website to find out more about train travel in Scotland.

Taxis

Black taxi cabs can be picked up at most times in the University area and the city centre.  Transportation from Winton Drive to the airport below:

• Book a taxi prior to departure at the Glasgow Taxis website.
• Cost is approximately $30.00.