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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to East Kilbride is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and East Kilbride?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gallery of Modern Art and arriving at Carlyle Drive. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and East Kilbride?

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

How far is it from Glasgow to East Kilbride?

The distance between Glasgow and East Kilbride is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

Glasgow to East Kilbride bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Gallery of Modern Art station.

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

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Glasgow to East Kilbride is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 18 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Glasgow to East Kilbride bus arrive?

Glasgow to East Kilbride bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Carlyle Drive station.

Where does the Glasgow to East Kilbride train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to East Kilbride is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Glasgow to East Kilbride.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

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Glasgow to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to East Kilbridetrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
33 min
£4–9
Line 18 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gallery of Modern Art to Carlyle Drivebus 18 / ...
45 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to East Kilbridetaxi 9.8 mi
19 min
£35–45
Drive 9.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to East Kilbridecar 9.8 mi
19 min
£3–4

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to East Kilbride every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Gallery of Modern Art to Carlyle Drive every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 45 min.

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