4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Hamilton
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
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 $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Hamilton on Thu, Jun 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:03 PM1h55Edinburgh2:58 PMHamilton$191One-way0 transfers- 5:05 PM1h53Edinburgh6:58 PMHamilton$191One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM1h53Edinburgh9:58 AMHamilton$201One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM1h53Edinburgh9:58 AMHamilton$201One-way0 transfers
- 5:05 PM1h53Edinburgh6:58 PMHamilton$191One-way0 transfers
- 1:03 PM1h55Edinburgh2:58 PMHamilton$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Hamilton
Omio 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 $5. 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 $5, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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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 $13 (€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.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Hamilton train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hamilton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 1h53 | 9:58 AM Hamilton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Hamilton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Hamilton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $5 (€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 $19 (€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 |
Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Hamilton trainsScotrail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Hamilton from $5 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Hamilton
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Hamilton
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Hamilton station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Hamilton West from Hamilton city centre
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamilton West train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton West.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Hamilton Central from Hamilton city centre
Hamilton Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton Central.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Chatelherault from Hamilton city centre
Chatelherault is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatelherault train station facilities and services
Chatelherault has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatelherault: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatelherault: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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