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 18 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 8 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.

68min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
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 - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Street, Glasgow
    ID 609075
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    370 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Gourock
  • 6
    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 68 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 timetable from East Kilbride to Cardonald

To check the bus and train timetable 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line 18, 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 8 min.

  • Which bus line goes from East Kilbride to Cardonald?

    The 18 bus line goes from Bus Station, East Kilbride station near East Kilbride in Scotland to Buchanan Street, Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Buchanan Street, 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 8 min.

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

    Get on the 18 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 Buchanan Street, Glasgow station, which is closest to Cardonald in Glasgow.

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