What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to West Calder?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to West Calder is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to West Calder?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to West Calder is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and West Calder?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to West Calder. However, there are services departing from Stop 2 and arriving at Union Square via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and West Calder?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to West Calder. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at West Calder via Bellshill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Hamilton to West Calder?

The distance between Hamilton and West Calder is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

How do I travel from Hamilton to West Calder without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to West Calder without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £9 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to West Calder?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Hamilton to West Calder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to West Calder bus from?

Hamilton to West Calder bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Stop 2 station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to West Calder train from?

Hamilton to West Calder train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Bellshill station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to West Calder?

The best way to get from Hamilton to West Calder is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Hamilton to West Calder bus arrive?

Hamilton to West Calder bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Woodstock Street station.

Where does the Hamilton to West Calder train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to West Calder?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to West Calder is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Hamilton to West Calder.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamilton to West Calder?

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Where can I stay near West Calder?

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Hamilton to West Calder - 6 ways to travel via train, line 266 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bellshill to West Caldertrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 10m
£9–17
Drive 21.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to West Caldercar 21.7 mi
33 min
£6–8
Line 266 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shotts Stationbus 266
2. Take the train from Shotts to West Caldertrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 44m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to West Caldertaxi 21.7 mi
33 min
£95–120
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stop 2 to Gardensidebus 201
2. Take the train from Bellshill to West Caldertrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 27m
£11–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stop 2 to Woodstock Streetbus 41 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Union Squarebus 34A / ...
2h 36m

Hamilton to West Calder by train

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and West Calder, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Bellshill to West Calder hourly. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stop 2 to Union Square via High Street in around 2h 36m.

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