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

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Carrbridge is to line 6 bus and bus via Dunblane which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Carrbridge is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Carrbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Carrbridge. However, there are services departing from St Brides Church and arriving at Car Park via Buchanan Bus Station and Cairngorm Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Carrbridge?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Carrbridge. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Carrbridge via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Carrbridge?

The distance between East Kilbride and Carrbridge is 164 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Carrbridge without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from East Kilbride to Carrbridge, including transfers.

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

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

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

East Kilbride to Carrbridge train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Carrbridge?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Carrbridge is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Carrbridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the East Kilbride to Carrbridge train arrive?

East Kilbride to Carrbridge train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carrbridge station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Carrbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Carrbridge is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from East Kilbride to Carrbridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Carrbridge?

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East Kilbride to Carrbridge - 4 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Carrbridgetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 31m
£71–145
Line 6 bus, bus via Dunblane
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dunblane Police Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Aviemore stationbus
6h 37m
£24–37
Line 6 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Buchanan Streetbus 18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stationbus Uk093
5h 58m
£31–58
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Carrbridgecar 142.4 mi
2h 44m
£35–50

East Kilbride to Carrbridge by train and bus

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4h 31mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Carrbridge twice daily. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Brides Church to Car Park via Buchanan Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Station, and Cairngorm Hotel in around 5h 58m.

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