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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Portland Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Hamilton?

The distance between Aberdeen and Hamilton is 167 miles. The road distance is 143.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Hamilton bus from?

Aberdeen to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Hamilton bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Hamilton train arrive?

Aberdeen to Hamilton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Hamilton is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Aberdeen to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

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Aberdeen to Hamilton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 14m
£68–122
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
4h 37m
£23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 25m
£24–33
Drive 142.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Hamiltoncar 142.9 mi
2h 33m
£36–51

Aberdeen to Hamilton by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Hamilton, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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