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67 km.
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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 Leechlee Road to Gardenside
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Bus from Bus Station to Shotts
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly

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

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

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 Bellshill to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$34.18
Train from Shotts to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $8.88 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Edinburgh?

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?

The distance between Hamilton and Edinburgh is 70 km. The road distance is 69.1 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Edinburgh bus from?

Hamilton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hamilton station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h and costs $16.30 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Hamilton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Hamilton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Edinburgh is 69 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Hamilton to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Hamilton to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

Can I share a ride from Hamilton to Edinburgh?

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