What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Shotts Prison?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Shotts Prison. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Shotts Prison via Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Shotts Prison?

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

How far is it from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

The distance between Glasgow and Shotts Prison is 21 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Shotts Prison without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

The train from Glasgow Central to Shotts takes 33 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Shotts Prison bus from?

Glasgow to Shotts Prison bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Shotts Prison train from?

Glasgow to Shotts Prison train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 365 bus, which costs and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Glasgow to Shotts Prison bus arrive?

Glasgow to Shotts Prison bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Kirk Road Service Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Shotts Prison train arrive?

Glasgow to Shotts Prison train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Shotts station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Shotts Prison?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Shotts Prison is 20 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Glasgow to Shotts Prison.

Where can I stay near Shotts Prison?

There are 703+ hotels available in Shotts Prison.

Glasgow to Shotts Prison - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 365 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Shotts Prison by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 5m
£8–16
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Shotts Prisoncar 19.7 mi
23 min
£5–7
Bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service Stationbus X11
2. Take the bus from Kirk Road Service Station to Shotts Prisonbus 365 / ...
1h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Shotts Prisontaxi 19.7 mi
23 min
£65–85

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Distance: 21.2 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Shotts Prison, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Shotts hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shotts Prison via Kirk Road Service Station in around 1h 44m.

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