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

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Hamilton is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna to Hamilton station. However, there are services departing from Central Avenue and arriving at Bus Station via Crown Inn and Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Motherwell via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Gretna to Hamilton?

The distance between Gretna and Hamilton is 99 miles. The road distance is 75 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gretna to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £18 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Gretna to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Hamilton bus from?

Gretna to Hamilton bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Central Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Hamilton train from?

Gretna to Hamilton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Gretna to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Gretna to Hamilton is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 382 bus and line 380 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Gretna to Hamilton bus arrive?

Gretna to Hamilton bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Crown Inn station.

Where does the Gretna to Hamilton train arrive?

Gretna to Hamilton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Gretna to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Hamilton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Gretna to Hamilton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Gretna to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 41m
£19–56
Line 382 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Avenue to Crown Innbus 382
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 43m
Drive 74.6 mi
1. Drive from Gretna to Hamiltoncar 74.6 mi
1h 14m
£19–27
Train via Glasgow Central
1. Take the train from Gretna Green to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2h 54m
£46–74
Line 382 bus, line 380 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Central Avenue to Crown Innbus 382
2. Take the bus from Crown Inn to Stance 1bus 380
3. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Bus Stationbus X74
3h 16m

Gretna to Hamilton by train

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Distance: 98.5 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 57 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Avenue to Bus Station via Crown Inn and Stance 2 in around 3h 16m.

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