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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Hamilton and Cowdenbeath is 56 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Hamilton to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Burnside Lane station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Cowdenbeath train from?

Hamilton to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Hamilton to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Hamilton to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Hamilton to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Cowdenbeath is 44 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Hamilton to Cowdenbeath - 6 ways to travel via train, line 211 bus, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Hamilton to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 48m
£23–42
Drive 43.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Cowdenbeathcar 43.5 mi
57 min
£11–16
Line 211 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Covanburn Avenue to Maxim Business Parkbus 211
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Haymarket Stationbus 900
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 4m
£18–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Cowdenbeathtaxi 43.5 mi
57 min
£190–230
Train via Leechlee Road
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
3h
£25–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burnside Lane to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
3h 19m
£12–19

Hamilton to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Cowdenbeath via Haymarket in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 3h 19m.

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