How far is it from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The distance between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 32 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The drive from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The fastest route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Garelochhead?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the south-east of Garelochhead.

Which towns do you pass between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Towns on the route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Greenock, Port Glasgow, Dumbarton, Bearsden, Erskine.

Are there charging stations between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Barrhead Retail Park, Corsemilll Place (200 kW); 149 Kilburnie Street, Glasgow (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 318.

Garelochhead Glasgow Airport (GLA)

Distance: 32 miDuration: 45 min

Driving from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes about 45 min via A82. The distance is 32 mi. The straight-line distance is 22 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Greenock West, Geilston, Bishopton, Renfrewshire, Old Kilpatrick, Garnieland. Driving directions

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Driving directions34 · 32 mi

1 Depart right onto Fairway 85 yd
2 Continue right onto Fairway 141 yd
3 Turn right onto Shore Road 1 mi
4 Keep slightly right onto Whistlefield Road 1 mi
5 At roundabout, take exit right 2 mi
6 At roundabout, take exit left onto Glen Fruin Haul Road 9 mi
7 At end of road, turn right 3 mi
8 Enter rotary straight 36 yd
9 Exit rotary straight 3 mi
10 Enter roundabout straight 96 yd
11 Exit roundabout slightly left 4 mi
12 Enter rotary left onto Stirling Road 64 yd
13 Exit rotary straight onto Stirling Road 1 mi

14 Enter rotary slightly left onto Stirling Road 75 yd
15 Exit rotary straight onto Stirling Road 2 mi
16 Continue straight onto Dumbarton Road 1 mi
17 Enter rotary straight onto Great Western Road 39 yd
18 Exit rotary straight onto Great Western Road 3 mi
19 Turn straight onto Dalnottar Interchange 2 mi
20 Take exit slightly left onto Toll Plaza Interchange 1 mi
21 Enter rotary straight 78 yd
22 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
23 Enter roundabout left 148 yd
24 Exit roundabout straight 1 mi
25 Enter rotary straight 67 yd
26 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
27 Enter roundabout left onto Southbar Road 22 yd
28 Exit roundabout left onto Southbar Road 1 mi
29 Enter rotary slightly left 38 yd
30 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
31 Enter roundabout slightly left 36 yd
32 Exit roundabout slightly left 1 mi
33 Turn left onto Walkinshaw Road 1 mi
34 Arrive onto Walkinshaw Road

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The return trip from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Garelochhead covers roughly the same distance, 32 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

318 chargers

109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow, Scotland, G5 0BA350 kW
Barrhead Retail Park, Corsemilll PlaceBarrhead Retail Park, Corsemilll Place, Glasgow, G78 1FQ200 kW
149 Kilburnie Street, Glasgow149 Kilburnie Street, Glasgow, G5 8JH150 kW
1646 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow1646 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, G43 1RQ150 kW
290-330 Castlebank street, Glasgow290-330 Castlebank street, Glasgow, G11 6EX150 kW

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Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Whitehill, South Lanarkshire23 mi · 35 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Milngavie12 mi · 25 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Sheddens13 mi · 30 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Stanely5 mi · 15 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Loanhead, Renfrewshire5 mi · 10 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → North Clippens6 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The distance between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 32 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The drive from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The fastest route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Garelochhead?: Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the south-east of Garelochhead.
Which towns do you pass between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Towns on the route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Greenock, Port Glasgow, Dumbarton, Bearsden, Erskine.
Are there charging stations between Garelochhead and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Garelochhead to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Barrhead Retail Park, Corsemilll Place (200 kW); 149 Kilburnie Street, Glasgow (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 318.

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