London Kings Cross to Shotts by train
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:33 | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Shotts | |
| Journey time | From 5h 15m | |
| Distance | 332 miles (535 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo |
Taking the train from London Kings Cross to Shotts in 5 hours 15 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Kings Cross to Shotts? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 15 minutes to travel the 332 miles (535 km) from London Kings Cross to Shotts by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 26 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to Shotts. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Kings Cross to Shotts in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shotts by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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