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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Shotts is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Shotts is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Leonard Street and arriving at King Street via Airport and Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Perth to Shotts?

The distance between Perth and Shotts is 82 miles. The road distance is 55.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Perth to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Shotts bus from?

Perth to Shotts bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Leonard Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Shotts?

The best way to get from Perth to Shotts is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Perth to Shotts bus arrive?

Perth to Shotts bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Airport station.

Where does the Perth to Shotts train arrive?

Perth to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Shotts is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Perth to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 640+ hotels available in Shotts.

Perth to Shotts - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 240 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 23m
£21–31
Drive 55.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Perth to Shotts55.2 mi
1h 7m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to AirportE9
2. Take the bus from Airport to Harthill ServicesAir / ...
2h 37m
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Perth to HaymarketPerth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to ShottsEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
2h 37m
£17–37
Bus, line 240 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pollock Street240
3. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Easter Road266
4h 5m

Perth to Shotts by train and foot

188Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.9 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Shotts via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leonard Street to King Street via Airport and Harthill Services in around 2h 37m.

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