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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Shotts is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Shotts is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Shotts. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Shotts?

The distance between Falkirk and Shotts is 50 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Falkirk to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Shotts bus from?

Falkirk to Shotts bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Shotts train from?

Falkirk to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Shotts?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Falkirk to Shotts bus arrive?

Falkirk to Shotts bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Shotts train arrive?

Falkirk to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Shotts is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Falkirk to Shotts.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk to Shotts?

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 42m
£18–37
Drive 17.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk to Shottscar 17.7 mi
24 min
£5–7
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service Stationbus X11
2h 49m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Falkirk to Shottstaxi 17.7 mi
24 min
£80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Town Centre stancesbus X37
2. Take the bus from Town Centre Stances to Police Stationbus 347
3. Take the bus from Bank Street to Wishaw General Hospitalbus 42
4. Take the bus from Wishaw General Hospital to King Streetbus 266
3h 28m
£10–13

Falkirk to Shotts by train

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Distance: 49.2 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Shotts via Haymarket in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station in around 2h 49m.

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