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

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Livingston is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Livingston is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride station to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Deer Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Livingston. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Livingston North via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Livingston?

The distance between East Kilbride and Livingston is 40 miles. The road distance is 31.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Livingston without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from East Kilbride to Livingston, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Livingston?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Livingston is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Livingston bus arrive?

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

Where does the East Kilbride to Livingston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Livingston is 32 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from East Kilbride to Livingston.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from East Kilbride to Livingston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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 Livingston Northtrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
1h 57m
£18–38
Drive 31.5 mi
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1. Drive from East Kilbride to Livingstoncar 31.5 mi
36 min
£8–11
Line 6 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
2h 1m
£10–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Kilbride to Livingstontaxi 31.5 mi
36 min
£65–85
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Bank Streetbus 201
2. Take the train from Airdrie to Livingston Northtrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
2h 17m
£13–22
Line 201 bus, line 902 bus
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Bus Stancebus 201
2. Take the bus from Bus Stance to Fastlinkbus 902
2h 32m
£9–16

East Kilbride to Livingston by train and bus

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from East Kilbride to Livingston North via Glasgow Central, Central Station Forecourt, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Deer Park via Buchanan Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 1m.

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