Can I use my Saltire Card on Mcgills buses?
Can I use my Saltire Card on Mcgills buses?
When boarding a McGill’s service, customers must purchase a ticket, if they do not already have one. Ticket types accepted include paper tickets, GoSmart cards, m-tickets purchased through the McGill’s app, Tripper cards, SPT Zone Cards, Plus Bus (within Glasgow) and Rail Link (on service 757 only).
Who owns Mcgills busses?
the Easdale family
The company is owned by Arranglen Ltd, the investment vehicle of the Easdale family. McGill’s operates over 400 buses across 110 routes throughout the west of Scotland, with almost 750,000 journeys made on a McGill’s bus every week. Since 2014, £21m has been invested in the fleet and infrastructure.
Can you track Mcgills buses?
Our app makes it easier than ever to get around. It’s a one-stop-shop which has everything you need to plan and pay for your journey in advance: buy and use mobile tickets on your phone, track your bus before it arrives, and follow the latest service updates.
How many buses do Mcgills have?
441 buses
As of January 2021 the fleet consists of 441 buses. McGill’s was formed with a fleet of 33 Mercedes-Benz minibuses hired from their former owner Arriva Scotland West.
What does my Saltire Card entitle me to?
free standard class rail travel across Scotland. free standard class rail travel on journeys to and from Berwick-upon-Tweed and Carlisle. free Edinburgh tram travel. concessions on ferry journeys throughout Scotland.
Can I use my bus pass anywhere in Scotland?
Where you can use your bus pass. Your National Entitlement Card is your bus pass. It gives you the same rights as a full-fare paying passenger. You can use it to travel in Scotland on almost all local and long-distance bus services.
Do Mcgills buses run on bank holidays?
MCGILL’S Buses will be operating to a Sunday timetable for the bank holiday on Monday – apart from three city services. The 901, 906 and X7 routes to Glasgow will all follow the Saturday timetable.
How much is a taxi from Airdrie to Cumbernauld?
The quickest way to get from Airdrie to Cumbernauld is to taxi which costs £17 – £21 and takes 10 min.
Can I use my Saltire bus pass anywhere in Scotland?
Your National Entitlement Card gives you free travel throughout Scotland on nearly all local registered and long-distance scheduled bus services.
What does C mean on Saltire Card?
Scotland-wide free bus travel
The large ‘C’ symbol in the bottom right hand corner indicates that you are entitled to Scotland-wide free bus travel. Only cards with the ‘C’ are valid for free bus travel.
Can I use my free bus pass on trains in Scotland?
The card gives holders free bus travel in Scotland and, through the Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme, reduced fares on trains and Subway in the Strathclyde area.
Do over 60 get free train travel in Scotland?
Some local councils offer over-60 and disabled people free or discounted train travel. Visit the National Rail Enquiries website to check if this is available in your area. Only holders of National Entitlement Cards can get concessionary train travel. Visit Transport Scotland to find out how to apply.
How much is a taxi from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh Airport?
The quickest way to get from Cumbernauld to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to taxi which costs £70 – £85 and takes 33 min.
How much is a taxi from Cumbernauld to Motherwell?
The quickest way to get from Cumbernauld to Motherwell is to taxi which costs £35 – £45 and takes 18 min.
Is my Scottish bus pass valid in England?
Unfortunately, you can’t use it for travel in England or Wales.
What does l mean on bus pass?
The green “L” symbol is there to indicate that you may be entitled to other concessions in your local area.
Can pensioners travel free on trains?
Buses, trams and trains You can travel free on TfL services with your Older Person’s Freedom Pass from 09:00 weekdays and anytime at weekends and on bank holidays.
Can I use my over 60 bus pass on trains in Scotland?
Holders of National Entitlement Cards for persons aged 60 or over cannot take advantage of the scheme on rail services between 06:00 and 09:00 or between 16:30 and 18:00hrs on weekdays (see exemptions below).
Can I use my English senior bus pass in Scotland?
No. English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council.
How much is a taxi from Cumbernauld to Glasgow?
Caledonian Cabs offers reliable airport transfers from Cumbernauld to Glasgow or back. Pre-book your taxi service with us online. The average cost of a taxi from Glasgow City Centre to Cumbernauld Airport is around £24. To reach Glasgow Airport from Cumbernauld, it will cost you roughly £36.
How many bus routes does McGill’s bus service have?
The McGill’s Bus Service has 92 Bus routes in Scotland with 2542 Bus stops. Their Bus routes cover an area from the Heywood Gardens, Skelmorlie stop to the Caldwell Road, Carluke stop and from the Westfield Road, Kilsyth stop to the London Road, Kilmarnock stop.
Where are McGill’s bus depots in Scotland?
McGill’s have several depots based in Greenock, Coatbridge, Inchinnan, Johnstone and Dundee. Another depot in Barrhead closed in March 2019. McGill’s is the largest independent bus operator in the UK, as well as being named a Scottish Insider top 500 company in January 2016, coming in at 350th place.
When did McGill’s take over McColls Coaches?
On 15 October 2012, it was announced that McGill’s were to acquire the local bus services of Balloch -based McColls Coaches for £3 million, with 30 buses joining the fleet. In June 2013, four new routes in the Paisley area were introduced by the company to replace those of Riverside Transport.