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Outbound fromRutherglen to Wishaw by train
It takes an average of 33m to travel from Rutherglen to Wishaw by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (19 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Rutherglen to Wishaw and tickets for this journey start from £5.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 17:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:09 | |
| Departure station | Rutherglen | |
| Arrival station | Wishaw | |
| Journey time | From 22m | |
| Distance | 12 miles (19 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.30 | |
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Taking the train from Rutherglen to Wishaw in 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rutherglen to Wishaw? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 33 minutes to travel the 12 miles (19 km) from Rutherglen to Wishaw by train, although you can get there in as little as 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with ScotRail for all or at least part of your journey to Wishaw.
Book train tickets from Rutherglen to Wishaw in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £5.30. 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 Wishaw by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Rutherglen to Wishaw
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Rutherglen to Wishaw is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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