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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Shotts is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Shotts is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at King Street via Watson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Shotts via Bellshill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Lanark to Shotts?

The distance between Lanark and Shotts is 28 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £8 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Lanark to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Shotts bus from?

Lanark to Shotts bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Shotts?

The best way to get from Lanark to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £8 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 266 bus, which costs and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Lanark to Shotts bus arrive?

Lanark to Shotts bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Watson Street station.

Where does the Lanark to Shotts train arrive?

Lanark to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bellshill station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Shotts is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Lanark to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Lanark to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 266 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lanark to BellshillLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Bellshill to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 14m
£9–23
Drive 13.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Shotts13.3 mi
22 min
£4–5
Bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Watson Street41
2. Take the bus from Watson Street to King Street266
1h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Shotts13.3 mi
22 min
£30–40

Lanark to Shotts by train

188Weekly Trains

1h 14mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a train from Lanark to Shotts via Bellshill in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to King Street via Watson Street in around 1h 45m.

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