What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Airdrie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Brides Church and arriving at Bank Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Airdrie?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Airdrie via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

The distance between East Kilbride and Airdrie is 22 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Airdrie without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £9 - £24.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Airdrie bus from?

East Kilbride to Airdrie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from St Brides Church station.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Airdrie train from?

East Kilbride to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from East Kilbride station.

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £9 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 201 bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Airdrie bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Airdrie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Bank Street station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Airdrie train arrive?

East Kilbride to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Airdrie is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from East Kilbride to Airdrie.

How do I get a train ticket from East Kilbride to Airdrie?

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Where can I stay near Airdrie?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Airdrie.

East Kilbride to Airdrie - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from East Kilbride to Airdrie by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain East Kilbride - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Airdrietrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
1h 21m
£10–24
Drive 12.7 mi
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1. Drive from East Kilbride to Airdriecar 12.7 mi
19 min
£4–5
Line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Bank Streetbus 201
1h 30m
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Kilbride to Airdrietaxi 12.7 mi
19 min
£29–35

East Kilbride to Airdrie by train and bus

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Airdrie, Scotland?

You can take a train from East Kilbride to Airdrie via Glasgow Central, Central Station Forecourt, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from St Brides Church to Bank Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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