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

The cheapest way to get from Holytown to Shotts is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Holytown to Shotts is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £20 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Holytown and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Holytown to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Holytown Medical Centre and arriving at Easter Road via Watson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Holytown and Shotts?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holytown and arriving at Shotts. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Holytown to Shotts?

The distance between Holytown and Shotts is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holytown to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Holytown to Shotts takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Holytown to Shotts bus from?

Holytown to Shotts bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Holytown Medical Centre station.

Where do I catch the Holytown to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Holytown to Shotts?

The best way to get from Holytown to Shotts is to train which takes 14 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 266 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Holytown to Shotts bus arrive?

Holytown to Shotts bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Watson Street station.

Where does the Holytown to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holytown to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Holytown to Shotts is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Holytown to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Holytown to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 266 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holytown to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
14 min
£3–6
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holytown to Shottscar 8 mi
11 min
£2–3
Bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Holytown Medical Centre to Watson Streetbus 42A / ...
2. Take the bus from Watson Street to Easter Roadbus 266
1h 20m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Holytown to Shottstaxi 8 mi
11 min
£20–24

Holytown to Shotts by train

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Distance: 7.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Holytown to Shotts hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holytown Medical Centre to Easter Road via Watson Street in around 1h 20m.

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