Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Greenock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Greenock

With a population of 43,495, Greenock is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Greenock to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Greenock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Toninos Pizzeria (24-25 Grey Place) and Word Up (210 Dalrymple Street) are great picks.

When to visit Greenock

Greenock in November
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel
Greenock in November
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Greenock in July, when the average temperature is 14 °C, and the highest can go up to 18 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 8 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Greenock, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Greenock

Plane

When flying to Greenock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Greenock, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Greenock to Manchester takes 3h 18m and costs around £89 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £157 for a 4h 31m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Greenock Bogston, Strathclyde is the busiest station in Greenock. Another popular train station is Greenock Whinhill, Strathclyde, located 0.9 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Greenock is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 198 miles from Greenock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Greenock, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Greenock takes 87 miles and will cost you around £22. From Inverness, the ticket costs about £36 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

When flying to Greenock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Greenock, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Greenock to Manchester takes 3h 18m and costs around £89 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £157 for a 4h 31m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Greenock Bogston, Strathclyde is the busiest station in Greenock. Another popular train station is Greenock Whinhill, Strathclyde, located 0.9 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Greenock is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 198 miles from Greenock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Greenock, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Greenock takes 87 miles and will cost you around £22. From Inverness, the ticket costs about £36 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Greenock

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Greenock

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Greenock

Most booked hotels in Greenock

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The Golden Jubilee Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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The Foresters Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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The Tontine Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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Travelodge Glasgow Airport
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£68+
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Hiring a car in Greenock

Hiring a car in Greenock costs £38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Glasgow Intl.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Greenock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Greenock, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Greenock costs £38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Glasgow Intl.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Greenock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Greenock, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

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