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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to bus via Portland Park which costs £12 - £17 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Hamilton station. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Hamilton Central via Argyle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Dundee to Hamilton?

The distance between Dundee and Hamilton is 94 miles. The road distance is 79.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Dundee to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Hamilton bus from?

Dundee to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Dundee to Hamilton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundee to Hamilton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Hamilton is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Dundee to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 25m
£36–59
Bus via Portland Park
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
3h 4m
£12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2h 30m
£17–25
Drive 78.8 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Hamiltoncar 78.8 mi
1h 31m
£20–28

Dundee to Hamilton by train and foot

198Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 2h. Park's of Hamilton also services this route hourly.

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