🚌 Bus from East Kilbride to Cathkin
4 direct routes · about 41 min · first bus 05:00, last bus 23:29 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | First Greater Glasgow | ~41 min | 43 | 05:00 | 23:29 | Langlands Drive (before) |
| 18A | First Greater Glasgow | ~46 min | 41 | 05:13 | 22:07 | Strathnairn Avenue (after) |
| 21 | First Greater Glasgow | ~29 min | 34 | 05:05 | 22:20 | Bus Station (stance 11) |
| 172 | Hobson Travel | ~8 min | 10 | 08:45 | 18:18 | Bus Station (stance 11) |
Times are for the first boarding point in East Kilbride on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from East Kilbride to Cathkin?
4 routes run directly from East Kilbride to Cathkin: the 18 (First Greater Glasgow), the 18A (First Greater Glasgow), the 21 (First Greater Glasgow), the 172 (Hobson Travel).
How long does the bus take from East Kilbride to Cathkin?
Around 41 minutes on the 18, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from East Kilbride to Cathkin?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 18) leaves around 05:00 and the last around 23:29. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from East Kilbride to Cathkin?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.