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

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Gorbals is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Gorbals is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Gorbals?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Citizens Theatre. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Gorbals?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Gorbals?

The distance between East Kilbride and Gorbals is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Gorbals without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

The train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Central takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

East Kilbride to Gorbals bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Gorbals?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Gorbals is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 56 min.

Where does the East Kilbride to Gorbals bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Gorbals bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Citizens Theatre station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Gorbals train arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Gorbals?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Gorbals is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from East Kilbride to Gorbals.

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

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Where can I stay near Gorbals?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Gorbals.

Can I share a ride from East Kilbride to Gorbals?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Kilbride and Gorbals. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Kilbride to Gorbals - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from East Kilbride to Gorbals by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain East Kilbride - Glasgow Central
33 min
£4–9
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from East Kilbride to Glasgowrideshare 9.2 mi
33 min
£3
Line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Citizens Theatrebus 21 / ...
56 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Kilbride to Gorbalstaxi 8.7 mi
15 min
£40–55
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Gorbalscar 8.7 mi
15 min
£3–4

East Kilbride to Gorbals by train

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Bus Station to Citizens Theatre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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