How to get from East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train?

From East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train

To get from East Kilbride to Cardonald in Glasgow, take the 18A bus from Bus Station, East Kilbride station to Buchanan Street, Glasgow station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Cardonald station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardonald on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 18A18A
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Bus Station, East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501626
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 18A18A
    Wait for bus
    18A
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Street, Glasgow
    ID 609075
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    370 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Paisley Gilmour Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cardonald
    Ride to train station
    Cardonald
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train via 6, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from East Kilbride to Cardonald in Glasgow, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 6 bus from Bus Station, East Kilbride station to The Paddock, Busby station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Cardonald station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardonald on the Moovit app.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Bus Station, East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501014
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Clydebank
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Paddock, Busby
    ID 6120300
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Busby
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    24 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Paisley Gilmour Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station Cardonald
    Ride to train station
    Cardonald
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Kilbride to Cardonald

The distance between East Kilbride, Glasgow and Cardonald, Glasgow is approximately 21.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Glasgow – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from East Kilbride to Cardonald

To check the bus and train schedule from East Kilbride to Cardonald using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Kilbride) and destination (Cardonald), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train via 6, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from East Kilbride to Cardonald in Glasgow, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 6 bus from Bus Station, East Kilbride station to The Paddock, Busby station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Cardonald station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardonald on the Moovit app.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Bus Station, East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501014
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Clydebank
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Paddock, Busby
    ID 6120300
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Busby
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    24 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Paisley Gilmour Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station Cardonald
    Ride to train station
    Cardonald
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Cardonald?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 18A, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from East Kilbride to Cardonald?

    The alternative route takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 6, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Cardonald?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from East Kilbride to Cardonald?

    The 18A bus line goes from Bus Station, East Kilbride station near East Kilbride in Scotland to Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow station near Cardonald in Glasgow.

  • How long does it take to travel from East Kilbride to Cardonald by bus and train?

    The total travel time between East Kilbride in Scotland and Cardonald in Glasgow by bus and train is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near East Kilbride to get to Cardonald?

    Get on the 18A bus from the Bus Station, East Kilbride stop near East Kilbride in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between East Kilbride and Cardonald?

    Get off the bus at the Glasgow station, which is closest to Cardonald in Glasgow.

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