sds wrote:Autolycus wrote:sds wrote:These are complementary solutions to the same problem.
The problem with the airport 'express' bus service is that it can take as long to get to/ from the airport as you spend in the air from Heathrow etc. Even the 747 service which mostly avoids the M8 isn't what you'd call quick.
I've taken the 747 also, and I agree that it certainly isn't fast. It does, however, go round all the houses (almost literally), and so it's useful for many folks (hence, complementary to a train service). It's just not a speedy solution to get from the airport to the city and back no matter what way First spin it.
That's why we need a fast, direct rail link between Glasgow city centre and the airport. You need only look at the benefits for travellers to and from Prestwick airport since the dedicated railway station was built.
Of course, if someone doesn't believe air travel is neccessary ..................