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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Thornton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Thornton is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Station Road via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Thornton?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Thornton?

The distance between Hamilton and Thornton is 65 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Hamilton to Thornton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Thornton bus from?

Hamilton to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Thornton train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Thornton?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Thornton is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Hamilton to Thornton bus arrive?

Hamilton to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Hamilton to Thornton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Thornton is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Hamilton to Thornton.

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

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Where can I stay near Thornton?

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Hamilton to Thornton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 211 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 18m
£27–49
Drive 52.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Thorntoncar 52.7 mi
1h 6m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Bus Stationbus X24
3h 10m
£17–26
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 Glenrothes with Thorntontrain
3h 26m
£22–40
Train via Leechlee Road
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
3h 31m
£29–53

Hamilton to Thornton by train

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Distance: 64.7 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Glenrothes with Thornton via Haymarket in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Station Road via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 3h 10m.

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