What is the cheapest way to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

The cheapest way to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

The fastest way to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bothwell and Rutherglen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auchinraith Road and arriving at Castle Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Bothwell and Rutherglen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blantyre and arriving at Rutherglen. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

The distance between Bothwell and Rutherglen is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bothwell to Rutherglen without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

The train from Blantyre to Rutherglen takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bothwell to Rutherglen bus from?

Bothwell to Rutherglen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Auchinraith Road station.

Where do I catch the Bothwell to Rutherglen train from?

Bothwell to Rutherglen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Blantyre station.

Train or bus from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

The best way to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 267 bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Bothwell to Rutherglen bus arrive?

Bothwell to Rutherglen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Castle Street station.

Where does the Bothwell to Rutherglen train arrive?

Bothwell to Rutherglen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Rutherglen station.

Can I drive from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bothwell to Rutherglen is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Bothwell to Rutherglen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bothwell to Rutherglen?

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Where can I stay near Rutherglen?

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Bothwell to Rutherglen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 267 bus, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bothwell to Rutherglen by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blantyre to Rutherglentrain Motherwell - Milngavie / ...
13 min
£2–5
Line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Auchinraith Road to Castle Streetbus 267
30 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bothwell to Rutherglentaxi 7.6 mi
12 min
£29–35
Drive 7.6 mi
1. Drive from Bothwell to Rutherglencar 7.6 mi
12 min
£2–3
Line 255 bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Green Street to Bus Stationbus 255
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Castle Streetbus 267
1h
£5–8

Bothwell to Rutherglen by train

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and Rutherglen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Blantyre to Rutherglen every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Auchinraith Road to Castle Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 30 min.

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