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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Hamilton is to rideshare which costs £7 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Hamilton is to train which takes 39 min and costs £11 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Hamilton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Motherwell. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Leith to Hamilton?

The distance between Leith and Hamilton is 36 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £11 - £28.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell takes 39 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Leith to Hamilton train from?

Leith to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Leith to Hamilton train arrive?

Leith to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Leith to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Hamilton is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Leith to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 1276+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Can I share a ride from Leith to Hamilton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leith and Hamilton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leith to Hamilton - 5 ways to travel via train, rideshare, line 201 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Hamilton by train, rideshare, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
39 min
£11–28
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Motherwellrideshare 36.5 mi
1h 4m
£7
Train, line 201 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bellshilltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Gardenside to Miller Streetbus 201 / ...
1h 47m
£18–31
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Hamiltoncar 41.7 mi
1h
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Hamiltontaxi 41.7 mi
1h
£270–320

Leith to Hamilton by train

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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