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

From East Kilbride to Gorbals by bus and train

To get from East Kilbride to Gorbals in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from East Kilbride station to Busby station. Next, take the 6 bus from The Paddock, Busby station to Citizens Theatre, Gorbals station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gorbals on the Moovit app.

59min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 66
Walk to Gorbals
Leaves from East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    East Kilbride
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Busby
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Paddock, Busby
    ID 6120300
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Clydebank
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Citizens Theatre, Gorbals
    ID 60902509
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gorbals
    Walk to
    Gorbals
    Gorbals Street
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from East Kilbride to Gorbals by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 7A

To get from East Kilbride to Gorbals in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from East Kilbride station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the 7A bus from Central Station, Glasgow station to Glasgow Central Mosque, Gorbals station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gorbals on the Moovit app.

58min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 7A7A
Walk to Gorbals
Leaves from East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    East Kilbride
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station, Glasgow
    ID 609032
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7A7A
    Wait for bus
    7A
    Newton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Glasgow Central Mosque, Gorbals
    ID 60902510
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gorbals
    Walk to
    Gorbals
    Gorbals Street
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Kilbride to Gorbals

The distance between East Kilbride, Glasgow and Gorbals, Glasgow is approximately 15.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Kilbride to Gorbals 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 Gorbals

To check the bus and train schedule from East Kilbride to Gorbals using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Kilbride) and destination (Gorbals), 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 Gorbals by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 7A

To get from East Kilbride to Gorbals in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from East Kilbride station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the 7A bus from Central Station, Glasgow station to Glasgow Central Mosque, Gorbals station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gorbals on the Moovit app.

58min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 7A7A
Walk to Gorbals
Leaves from East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    East Kilbride
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station, Glasgow
    ID 609032
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7A7A
    Wait for bus
    7A
    Newton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Glasgow Central Mosque, Gorbals
    ID 60902510
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gorbals
    Walk to
    Gorbals
    Gorbals Street
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 6.

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

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 7A.

  • Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Gorbals?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Kilbride to Gorbals?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Central station near East Kilbride in East Kilbride to Busby station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Busby station near Gorbals in Glasgow.

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

    The total travel time between East Kilbride in East Kilbride and Gorbals in Glasgow by train and bus is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near East Kilbride to get to Gorbals?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Central station near East Kilbride in East Kilbride.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between East Kilbride and Gorbals?

    Get off the train at the Busby stop, which is closest to Gorbals in Glasgow.

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