The recently opened north car park offers an extra 321 spaces and 23 motorcycle spaces in addition to the 194 spaces available in the south car park.

The new £16 million train station was officially opened in May this year, with the council delivering a £7.2million interchange as part of the project.

As well as the park and ride and bus facilities, the interchange includes traffic signal-controlled junctions to access the car parks. In addition, there will be new active travel connections and cycle parking, as well as an upgraded junction nearby and a new pedestrian crossing on Eaglesham Road. 

The new station is 600 metres west of its original site and features modern waiting areas and step-free access to ensure a safe, comfortable and accessible journey for everyone. 

The whole project was a partnership between the council, Scottish Government, Transport Scotland, Network Rail, Strathclyde Partnership for Transport and the Glasgow City Region City Deal. 

Council Leader Joe Fagan said: “The completion of the north car park means even more accessibility to the new station for the people of East Kilbride and beyond.

“The whole project is a great example of partnership working.

“The passenger experience has been enhanced significantly by the improvements to Hairmyres and adds further to the provision of public transport in East Kilbride.” 

SPT Chair, Councillor Stephen Dornan said: “SPT is delighted to see the new Park and Ride facilities at Hairmyres rail station now fully open.

“Our funding support has helped deliver this fantastic facility and provides a more convenient and sustainable travel option for those travelling and commuting from and to the area.” 

Counill Leader Fagan is pictured above with Councillor Dornan at the new facility.