The average train between Lanark and Shotts takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is an hourly train service from Lanark to Shotts. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lanark and Shotts. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Shotts at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Lanark station and arriving at Shotts station via Bellshill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Lanark to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lanark station.
Lanark to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Shotts station.
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The distance between Lanark and Shotts is 16.3 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Lanark to Shotts via Bellshill in around 1h 13m.