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

The cheapest way to get from Gorbals to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gorbals to East Kilbride is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gorbals and East Kilbride?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from CitizensTheatre and arriving at Glen Farrar. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Gorbals 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 Gorbals to East Kilbride?

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

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

The best way to get from Gorbals 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 Gorbals 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 Gorbals to East Kilbride bus from?

Gorbals to East Kilbride bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from CitizensTheatre station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gorbals to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Gorbals to East Kilbride is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Gorbals to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gorbals to East Kilbride train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gorbals to East Kilbride?

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

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

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

There are 1526+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Gorbals to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, and taxi

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

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best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to East Kilbridetrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
33 min
£4–9
Drive 8.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gorbals to East Kilbridecar 8.6 mi
15 min
£3
Line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from CitizensTheatre to Glen Farrarbus 21
43 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gorbals to East Kilbridetaxi 8.6 mi
15 min
£30–40

Gorbals to East Kilbride by train

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Gorbals, 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 CitizensTheatre to Glen Farrar every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 43 min.

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