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Trains from Carstairs to East Kilbride (EKL)

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13

train journeys
per day

20

miles (33 kms)

1hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carstairs to East Kilbride (EKL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Carstairs and East Kilbride , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carstairs to East Kilbride is approximately 20 miles (33 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 28 mins.

ScotRail, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carstairs and East Kilbride.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carstairs to East Kilbride. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Carstairs to East Kilbride Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    09:24
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    14:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    16:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:24
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:23
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:30
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:11
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    21:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:31
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:59
    7 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Carstairs
    East Kilbride
    Carstairs to East Kilbride

About Carstairs Station

Station name Carstairs (CRS)
Address Carstairs station, Strawfrank Road, Carstairs, South Lanarkshire, ML11 8PR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 14:24
Saturday 07:20 - 14:24
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carstairs and East Kilbride

The travel time between Carstairs and East Kilbride by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carstairs and East Kilbride vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Carstairs and East Kilbride can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carstairs & East Kilbride. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carstairs and East Kilbride.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carstairs and East Kilbride, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.