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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle

Cheapest
51 min
Car
68 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.34

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

First Greater Glasgow

Phone:
+44 141 420 7600
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow
Bus from Bus Station to Shotts
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Leechlee Road to Gardenside
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

JMB Travel

Phone:
01698 386 030
Email:
Website:
jmbtravel.co.uk/
Bus from Burnside Lane to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50
Train from Shotts to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58
Train from Bellshill to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$34.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle is to rideshare which costs $8.88 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Hamilton and Edinburgh Castle is 71 km. The road distance is 69.6 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $16.30 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

The train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Burnside Lane station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $16.30 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle is 70 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

Book your Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle. Prices start at $44.14 per night.

Can I share a ride from Hamilton to Edinburgh Castle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Hamilton and Edinburgh Castle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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