4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Shotts
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Shotts is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Shotts will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Shotts on Mon, Dec 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Shotts
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Shotts among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Shotts train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Shotts trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:17 AM Glasgow | 0h35 | 7:52 AM Shotts | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:07 PM Glasgow | 0h27 | 1:34 PM Shotts | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Shotts
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Shotts run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 24m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Shotts trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Shotts from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Shotts
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Shotts by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shotts, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Central, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Shotts, located 0.1 miles (202 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Shotts
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Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:22 Saturday 06:30 - 13:22 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on the main road outside the station entrance
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:20 Saturday 06:30 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the SPT Park & Ride on Foundry Road
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