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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Shotts?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stop 2 and arriving at Easter Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Shotts via Bellshill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Hamilton to Shotts?

The distance between Hamilton and Shotts is 12 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Hamilton to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shotts bus from?

Hamilton to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Stop 2 station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shotts train from?

Hamilton to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Shotts?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shotts is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 266 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Hamilton to Shotts bus arrive?

Hamilton to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Easter Road station.

Where does the Hamilton to Shotts train arrive?

Hamilton to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bellshill station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Shotts is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Hamilton to Shotts.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamilton to Shotts?

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Bellshilltrain Lanark - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bellshill to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
49 min
£5–10
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Shottscar 11.9 mi
22 min
£3–5
Line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Stop 2 to Easter Roadbus 266
1h 2m
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Shottstaxi 11.9 mi
22 min
£28–35
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stop 2 to Gardensidebus 201
2. Take the train from Bellshill to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 8m
£7–12

Hamilton to Shotts by train

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Shotts via Bellshill in around 49 min. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Stop 2 to Easter Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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