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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Shotts?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bourne Street and arriving at King Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Shotts?

The distance between Hamilton and Shotts is 16 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shotts without a car is to line 266 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs .

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

The line 266 bus from Bourne Street to King Street takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shotts bus from?

Hamilton to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bourne Street station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Shotts?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to line 266 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Hamilton to Shotts bus arrive?

Hamilton to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the Hamilton to Shotts train arrive?

Hamilton to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central Low Level station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Shotts is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Hamilton to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 651+ hotels available in Shotts.

Hamilton to Shotts - 5 ways to travel via train, line 266 bus, taxi, and car

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

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

Line 266 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bourne Street to King Street266
1h 1m
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Shotts11.9 mi
22 min
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central Low LevelLarkhall - Dalmuir / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 30m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Shotts11.9 mi
22 min
£28–35
Line 5 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to St Johns Bosco Church5
2. Take the train from Holytown to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 16m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Shotts, Scotland?

First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Bourne Street to King Street every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hamilton Central to Shotts via Glasgow Central Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 1h 30m.

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