How to get from Lanark to Strathaven by bus and train?

From Lanark to Strathaven by bus and train

To get from Lanark to Strathaven in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Lanark station to Motherwell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 256 bus from John Street, Hamilton station to Wellbrae, Strathaven station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Lanark may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Strathaven on the Moovit app.

64min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 256256
Walk to Strathaven
Leaves from Lanark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lanark
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    23 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dalmuir
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamilton Central
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    John Street, Hamilton
    ID 6150157
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 256256
    Wait for bus
    256
    East Kilbride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wellbrae, Strathaven
    ID 61501095
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Strathaven
    Walk to
    Strathaven
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Lanark to Strathaven

The distance between Lanark, Scotland and Strathaven, Scotland is approximately 47.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lanark to Strathaven by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Lanark to Strathaven

To check the bus and train schedule from Lanark to Strathaven using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lanark) and destination (Strathaven), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lanark to Strathaven?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 256.

  • Is there a direct train between Lanark and Strathaven in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lanark to Strathaven in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Motherwell station near Lanark to Hamilton Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Hamilton Central station near Strathaven in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Lanark and Strathaven in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Lanark to get to Strathaven in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Motherwell station near Lanark in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Lanark and Strathaven in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Hamilton Central stop, which is closest to Strathaven in Scotland.

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