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

The cheapest way to get from Coatbridge to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Coatbridge to Shotts is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Coatbridge and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Coatbridge to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Bus Stance and arriving at King Street via Pollock Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Coatbridge to Shotts?

The distance between Coatbridge and Shotts is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Shotts without a car is to line 201 bus and train which takes 53 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Coatbridge to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Shotts bus from?

Coatbridge to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bus Stance station.

Where does the Coatbridge to Shotts bus arrive?

Coatbridge to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Milton Street station.

Can I drive from Coatbridge to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Coatbridge to Shotts is 12 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Coatbridge to Shotts.

Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 692+ hotels available in Shotts.

Coatbridge to Shotts - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 201 bus

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

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Line 201 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Easton Place to Gardensidebus 201
2. Take the train from Bellshill to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
53 min
£5–9
Drive 11.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coatbridge to Shottscar 11.7 mi
17 min
£3–5
Line 201 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Stance to Milton Streetbus 201
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to King Streetbus 266
1h 35m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coatbridge to Shottstaxi 11.7 mi
17 min
£55–70
Line 42 bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Stance to Pollock Streetbus 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Easter Roadbus 266
1h 49m
£6–8

Coatbridge to Shotts by bus and train

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53 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Bus Stance to King Street via Milton Street and Pollock Street in around 1h 35m.

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