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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Montrose is to bus via Dundee which costs £17 - £26 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Montrose High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Montrose via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Montrose?

The distance between Hamilton and Montrose is 124 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Hamilton to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Montrose bus from?

Hamilton to Montrose bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Montrose train from?

Hamilton to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Montrose?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Hamilton to Montrose bus arrive?

Hamilton to Montrose bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Hamilton to Montrose train arrive?

Hamilton to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Montrose station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Montrose is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Hamilton to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 30m
£44–82
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus Ember
4h 18m
£17–26
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Montrosecar 106.4 mi
2h 9m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
4h 34m
£20–46

Hamilton to Montrose by train and foot

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3h 30mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.5 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrose hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Montrose High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 4h 18m.

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