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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Hamilton is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Portland Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Motherwell via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Hamilton?

The distance between Galashiels and Hamilton is 69 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Galashiels to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Hamilton bus from?

Galashiels to Hamilton bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bridge Street station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Hamilton is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Galashiels to Hamilton bus arrive?

Galashiels to Hamilton bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to Hamilton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Hamilton is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Galashiels to Hamilton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 33m
£24–52
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
3h 46m
£15–36
Drive 59 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Hamiltoncar 59 mi
1h 25m
£15–21
Train via Bellshill
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bellshilltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
3h 5m
£30–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Maxim Business Parkbus 900
4h 42m
£19–33

Galashiels to Hamilton by train

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Motherwell via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Portland Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 46m.

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