What is the cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston?

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston?

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £50 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Shettleston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Fullarton Avenue. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Shettleston?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Shettleston. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Carmyle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Shettleston?

The distance between Motherwell and Shettleston is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

How do I travel from Motherwell to Shettleston without a car?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston without a car is to line 240 bus which takes 51 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Motherwell to Shettleston?

The line 240 bus from Hamilton Road to Fullarton Avenue takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Shettleston bus from?

Motherwell to Shettleston bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Shettleston train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Shettleston?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Shettleston is to line 240 bus which takes 51 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Motherwell to Shettleston bus arrive?

Motherwell to Shettleston bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Fullarton Avenue station.

Where does the Motherwell to Shettleston train arrive?

Motherwell to Shettleston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carmyle station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Shettleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Shettleston is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Motherwell to Shettleston.

Where can I stay near Shettleston?

There are 1502+ hotels available in Shettleston.

Motherwell to Shettleston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 240 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Shettleston by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 240 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Fullarton Avenuebus 240
51 min
£4–6
Drive 10.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Shettlestoncar 10.2 mi
13 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carmyletrain Motherwell - Dalmuir / ...
1h 6m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Shettlestontaxi 10.2 mi
13 min
£50–60

Motherwell to Shettleston by bus

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Shettleston, Scotland?

First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Hamilton Road to Fullarton Avenue every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Motherwell to Carmyle hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 21 min.

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