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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Shotts is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Shotts is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Paisley to Shotts?

The distance between Paisley and Shotts is 27 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Paisley to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Shotts bus from?

Paisley to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Smithhills Street station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Shotts train from?

Paisley to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Shotts?

The best way to get from Paisley to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Paisley to Shotts bus arrive?

Paisley to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Paisley to Shotts train arrive?

Paisley to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Shotts is 29 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Paisley to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Paisley to Shotts - 5 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 9m
£13–14
Drive 28.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paisley to Shotts28.9 mi
39 min
£8–11
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Central Station26
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 13m
£13–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paisley to Shotts28.9 mi
39 min
£60–75
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Buchanan Bus Station9
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 28m

Paisley to Shotts by train

188Weekly Trains

1h 9mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.6 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Shotts via Glasgow Central in around 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station in around 2h 28m.

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