Visiting Coatbridge

If you are driving from Glasgow, take the M8 motorway east and then merge onto the M73. Take exit 3 for Airdrie and continue straight onto the A89. Follow the signs for Coatbridge.

If you are coming by train, there are multiple stations in Coatbridge. The Coatbridge Central station is located in the town centre and is served by ScotRail trains on the Glasgow to Edinburgh line. The Coatbridge Sunnyside station is located on the Airdrie-Bathgate line and is also served by ScotRail trains.

From Edinburgh, take the M8 west and then merge onto the M73. Take exit 3 for Airdrie and continue straight onto the A89. Follow the signs for Coatbridge.

If you are travelling from Cumbernauld, take the A73 through Muirhead and then turn left onto the A752. Continue straight onto the B802 and follow the signs for Coatbridge.

For those travelling from Motherwell, take the A723 to Bellshill and then turn right onto the A725. Merge onto the M8 going west and then merge onto the M73. Take exit 3 for Airdrie and continue straight onto the A89. Follow the signs for Coatbridge.

If you prefer travelling by bus, there are numerous bus services operating in and around Coatbridge, including First Bus and Stagecoach. Check their websites for schedules and routes.

For cycling enthusiasts, the National Cycle Network route 75 passes through Coatbridge. It’s an excellent way to explore the scenic beauty of the town and its surroundings.

The closest airport to Coatbridge is Glasgow International Airport, which is approximately 19 miles away. The quickest route is via the M8 motorway, which takes around 30 minutes by car or taxi. Alternatively, the airport is also accessible via public transport with trains and buses running regularly from Coatbridge to Glasgow city centre, where you can then connect to the airport.