How to get from Arbroath to Carstairs by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Arbroath to Carstairs in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Arbroath station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 137 bus from Wellhead Court, Lanark station to West View, Carstairs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 19 min.

259min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 137137
Leaves from Arbroath
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Arbroath
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    111 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Lanark
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lanark
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wellhead Court, Lanark
    ID 61501201
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Carnwath
  • 9
    Ride to bus station West View, Carstairs
    Ride to bus station
    West View, Carstairs
    ID 61501466
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Arbroath to Carstairs
The distance between Arbroath, Scotland and Carstairs, Scotland is approximately 134.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 259 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arbroath to Carstairs by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Arbroath

Arbroath is located at Arbroath, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Bus Station, Arbroath.

Train stations close to Arbroath:

  • Arbroath

Bus stations close to Arbroath:

  • Bus Station, Arbroath
  • Lordburn, Arbroath
  • Abbeygate Centre, Arbroath
Public transport stations close to Carstairs, Scotland

Carstairs is located at Carstairs, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is West View, Carstairs.

Train stations close to Carstairs:

  • Carstairs

Bus stations close to Carstairs:

  • West View, Carstairs
  • Lanark Road, Carstairs
  • East End Terrace, Carstairs
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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arbroath to Carstairs?

    The fastest way takes 259 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 137.

  • Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Carstairs in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Arbroath to Carstairs in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Arbroath station near Arbroath to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Glasgow Queen Street station near Carstairs in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Arbroath to Carstairs in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Arbroath and Carstairs in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Arbroath to get to Carstairs in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Arbroath station near Arbroath in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Arbroath and Carstairs in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street stop, which is closest to Carstairs in Scotland.

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