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 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 45m.

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 45m and costs £11 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Dumbarton to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Shotts train from?

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

There are 641+ hotels available in Shotts.

Dumbarton to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Dumbarton to Shotts by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 45m
£11–83
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 7m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Shotts34.4 mi
47 min
£70–90

Dumbarton to Shotts by train and foot

188Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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 45m.

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