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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Shotts is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Shotts?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Watson Street and arriving at King Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Shotts?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Shotts. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Motherwell to Shotts?

The distance between Motherwell and Shotts is 10 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Motherwell to Shotts takes 25 min including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Shotts bus from?

Motherwell to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Watson Street station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Shotts?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Shotts is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 266 bus, which costs and takes 52 min.

Where does the Motherwell to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Motherwell to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Shotts is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Motherwell to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 642+ hotels available in Shotts.

Motherwell to Shotts - 6 ways to travel via train, line 266 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Motherwell to Shotts by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to ShottsMotherwell - Edinburgh
25 min
£5–6
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Shotts9 mi
17 min
£3–4
Line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Watson Street to King Street266
52 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Shotts9 mi
17 min
£22–27
Train via Bellshill
1. Take the train from Motherwell to BellshillLanark - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bellshill to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
48 min
£5–8
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to St Johns Bosco Church5 / ...
2. Take the train from Holytown to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h

Motherwell to Shotts by train

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Motherwell to Shotts twice a week. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Watson Street to King Street every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 52 min.

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