The average bus between Edinburgh and Hamilton takes 2h 2m and the fastest bus takes 1h 37m. The bus service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Hamilton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Edinburgh and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 4:57 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 6:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Hamilton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Hamilton station via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Edinburgh to Hamilton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.
Edinburgh to Hamilton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Miller Street station.
Book your Edinburgh to Hamilton bus tickets online with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd and First Greater Glasgow.
The distance between Edinburgh and Hamilton is 56.1 km. The road distance is 71 km.
You can take a bus from Princes Street to Miller Street via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 53m.