- Must visit
Low Parks Museum
Hamilton's main local history museum in a historic house, covering the dukes, industrial past, and everyday life through accessible displays.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Hamilton without transferring at least 2 times.
W84207 · L88492 · W68560 · W69878
L87820 · L88760
L87820 · L88760
L87804 · L88759
L87804 · L88759
L87835 · W69866+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
L87866 · W69872+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
L87866 · W69872+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
L87835 · W69866+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
L87835 · W69866+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow CentralOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$20 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Hamilton:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Hamilton costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Hamilton take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 2m.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hamilton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87804 · L88759 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h03 | 10:03 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 1 transfer | |
L87804 · L88759 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h01 | 10:01 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 1 transfer | |
L87820 · L88760 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h59 | 10:29 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 1 transfer | |
L87820 · L88760 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h01 | 10:31 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 1 transfer | |
L87820 · W69866 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h24 | 10:54 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 1 transfer | |
L87835 · W69866+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h54 | 10:54 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 2 transfers | |
L87835 · W69866+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 2 transfers | |
L87835 · W69866+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 10:47 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 2 transfers | |
L87851 · L88764+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h00 | 11:30 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 2 transfers | |
L87851 · L88764+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 11:32 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 2 transfers | |
L87866 · W69872+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h50 | 11:50 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 2 transfers | |
L87866 · W69872+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h54 | 11:54 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 2 transfers | |
L87866 · W69872+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 11:47 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 2 transfers | |
W84207 · L88492 · W68560 · W69878 | 10:27 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 12:56 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 3 transfers | |
L87880 · L88768+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h58 | 12:28 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 2 transfers | |
L87894 · W69878+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h56 | 12:56 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 2 transfers | |
W69136+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W69855 | 11:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 1:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Hamilton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Hamilton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamilton trip today.
Hamilton's main local history museum in a historic house, covering the dukes, industrial past, and everyday life through accessible displays.
Art space at Chatelherault hosting changing exhibitions in a historic estate setting, ideal for combining culture with park walks.
Nearby major museum with art, design, and social history collections, worthwhile for visitors using Hamilton as a base in Lanarkshire.
Hamilton's signature country park with woodland trails, formal grounds, and estate history, making it the town's top outdoor destination.
Central shopping and civic street that captures everyday Hamilton, convenient for architecture, local atmosphere, and connecting key sights.
Main public park with lawns, sports facilities, and river paths, popular with locals for walks and relaxed green space near the centre.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from Scotland, loved for its warming flavour and strong coastal heritage.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, spices and offal, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and tied to Burns suppers.
Neeps and tatties are mashed turnips and potatoes, a classic Scottish side dish served with haggis and many hearty local meals.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Italian venue serving pizza, pasta and classic mains in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere near the town centre.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant with grilled meats, meze and warm hospitality in contemporary surroundings.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Hamilton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamilton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Hamilton trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hamilton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Hamilton West. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hamilton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamilton West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton West.
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Hamilton Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Chatelherault is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatelherault has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chatelherault: Parking.
Available at Chatelherault: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatelherault: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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