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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Shotts
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
24 m
Trains on 15 Sept
1
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Shotts will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 1 trains from Glasgow to Shotts, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
10:020h24Glasgow10:26Shotts£81One-way0 changes
- 10:020h24Glasgow10:26Shotts£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Shotts:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Shotts costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Shotts take longer:
Train takes on average 33m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.97. The journey takes 33m versus 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow to Shotts train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Shotts trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:17 Glasgow | 0h33 | 13:50 Shotts | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
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 37m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Shotts trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Shotts from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Shotts train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Shotts
Most Glasgow to Shotts trains use the Glasgow Central to Shotts station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Shotts train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Dumbreck from Glasgow city centre
Dumbreck is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Dumbreck train station facilities and services
Dumbreck has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dumbreck.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dumbreck: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dumbreck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Getting to Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shotts station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Shotts from Shotts city centre
Shotts train station facilities and services
Shotts has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shotts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shotts. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shotts: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shotts: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shotts: 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.
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