Getting Around

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Roadworks
Details of the latest programmed and emergency works undertaken by, or on behalf of utility companies, construction companies and Land and Environmental Services Further Information

School Keep Clear
From the 16th August 2007 it will be illegal to stop your vehicle on the yellow ‘keep clear’ zig-zag lines outside of Glasgow’s schools. Further Information

National Entitlement Card
If you are over 60 or disabled you can now apply for a Scottish Citizens' National Entitlement Card. which will allow you to travel on any local bus service or scheduled long distance coach service anywhere in Scotland free of charge. Further Information

Getting Around

Glasgow traffic

Getting around Glasgow is easy - whichever way you travel.

Road - The M8 motorway runs right to the city centre and beyond. Car Parks can be found all around the city centre.
Check out the Interactive Roadworks Map for details of programmed and emergency works undertaken by, or on behalf of utility companies, construction companies and Land and Environmental Services.
Buses - Buchanan Street bus station is right in the heart of the city. Buses leave daily for destinations all over the UK. There's also a massive local bus network including Streamline Corridors across the city.
Bike - Glasgow has an extensive network and expanding cycle network. You can cycle from the city centre right up to Loch Lomond along a special cycle track.
Foot - Glasgow's great for walking. Everywhere's within easy walking distance - just watch out for those steep hills! Organised walks are a great way to see the city and keep fit.
Subway - Glasgow has its very own underground with 15 stations dotted around the city. Trains are regular, fast and tickets cost just £1 for a single journey.
Boat - river trips are regularly run along the River Clyde.
Motorcycles - plenty of free parking in the city in designated bays.
Train - there are two main line terminals in the city: Glasgow Central Station, for trains arriving from the south and Glasgow Queen Street Station for trains arriving and departing for the north and east. There's also an extensive network of suburban rail stations.
Air - Glasgow International Airport is ten miles west of the city centre and easily reached by road. Glasgow Prestwick International Airport is 32 miles from Glasgow with a train link to the city centre