What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Dumbarton to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Shotts?

The distance between Dumbarton and Shotts is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton to Shotts without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £14 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Dumbarton to Shotts?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Dumbarton to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Shotts bus from?

Dumbarton to Shotts bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Shotts train from?

Dumbarton to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Shotts?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £14 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 914 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Shotts bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Shotts bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Shotts train arrive?

Dumbarton to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Shotts is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Dumbarton to Shotts.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumbarton to Shotts?

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Dumbarton to Shotts - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Dumbarton to Shotts by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low LevelBalloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 46m
£14–83
Drive 34.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Shotts34.4 mi
47 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrella1A / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Shotts34.4 mi
47 min
£70–90
Line 914 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service StationX11
3. Take the bus from Kirk Road Service Station to King Street266
2h 16m

Dumbarton to Shotts by train and foot

188Weekly Services

1h 46mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Shotts, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Shotts via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station in around 2h 16m.

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