What is the cheapest way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands?

The cheapest way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands?

The fastest way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Barrhead and Shawlands?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Water Road and arriving at Midlothian Drive. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Barrhead and Shawlands?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barrhead and arriving at Crossmyloof. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Barrhead to Shawlands?

The distance between Barrhead and Shawlands is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barrhead to Shawlands without a car?

The best way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Barrhead to Shawlands?

The train from Barrhead to Crossmyloof takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Barrhead to Shawlands bus from?

Barrhead to Shawlands bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Water Road station.

Where do I catch the Barrhead to Shawlands train from?

Barrhead to Shawlands train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Barrhead station.

Train or bus from Barrhead to Shawlands?

The best way to get from Barrhead to Shawlands is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus, which costs £6 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Barrhead to Shawlands bus arrive?

Barrhead to Shawlands bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Midlothian Drive station.

Where does the Barrhead to Shawlands train arrive?

Barrhead to Shawlands train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Crossmyloof station.

Can I drive from Barrhead to Shawlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrhead to Shawlands is 5 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Barrhead to Shawlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Barrhead to Shawlands?

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Where can I stay near Shawlands?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Shawlands.

Barrhead to Shawlands - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barrhead to Shawlands by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Barrhead to Crossmylooftrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
13 min
£2–5
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Water Road to Midlothian Drivebus 3
26 min
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barrhead to Shawlandstaxi 5.4 mi
10 min
£22–27
Drive 5.4 mi
1. Drive from Barrhead to Shawlandscar 5.4 mi
10 min
£2

Barrhead to Shawlands by train

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Barrhead, Scotland and Shawlands, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Barrhead to Crossmyloof hourly. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, McGills Buses operates a bus from Water Road to Midlothian Drive hourly. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 26 min.

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