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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Airdrie is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Airdrie is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Airdrie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stop 2 and arriving at Bank Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Airdrie?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Airdrie via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Airdrie?

The distance between Hamilton and Airdrie is 12 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Airdrie without a car is to line 201 bus which takes 56 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The line 201 bus from Stop 2 to Bank Street takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Airdrie bus from?

Hamilton to Airdrie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Stop 2 station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Airdrie train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Airdrie?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Airdrie is to line 201 bus which takes 56 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Hamilton to Airdrie bus arrive?

Hamilton to Airdrie bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Bank Street station.

Where does the Hamilton to Airdrie train arrive?

Hamilton to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central Low Level station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Airdrie?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Airdrie is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Hamilton to Airdrie.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamilton to Airdrie?

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Where can I stay near Airdrie?

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Hamilton to Airdrie - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 201 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stop 2 to Bank Streetbus 201
56 min
£4–6
Drive 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Airdriecar 9.9 mi
16 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central Low Leveltrain Larkhall - Dalmuir / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Airdrietrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
1h 18m
£8–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Airdrietaxi 9.9 mi
16 min
£45–60

Hamilton to Airdrie by bus

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Stop 2 to Bank Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hamilton Central to Airdrie via Glasgow Central Low Level and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 18m.

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