How to travel from London to Hamilton

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Hamilton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, while a flight costs an average of $312.

Distance: 334 miles (539 km)

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$68

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$184

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10h 34m

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5h 51m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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British Airways

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Compare ways to travel from London to Hamilton

Compare the available ways to get from London to Hamilton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Hamilton is a bus with an average price of $68.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Hamilton:

A bus is $117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hamilton costing on average $184.

A bus is $245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Hamilton costing on average $312.

The fastest way to travel from London to Hamilton is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Hamilton take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 51m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Hamilton including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London to Hamilton among Omio's users.

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from London to Hamilton

How to get from London to Hamilton by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from London to Hamilton is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Ryanair UKRK 330
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Ryanair UKRK 330
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU2603
    0 transfers

Other options

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80215+ScotrailC14672 · W68526
    2 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80215+ScotrailC14672 · W68526
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33912+ScotrailL88753
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX181
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX590
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX032 · NX210 · NX181
    2 transfers
  • Ryanair UKRK 175
    0 transfers
  • Ryanair UKRK 596
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU2310
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Hamilton

Travel to Hamilton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Hamilton.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Hamilton including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Hamilton is a bus with an average price of $68.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Hamilton:

A bus is $117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hamilton costing on average $184.

A bus is $245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Hamilton costing on average $312.

The fastest way to travel from London to Hamilton is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Hamilton take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 51m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

The distance from London to Hamilton is approximately 334 miles (539 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Hamilton is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Hamilton as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Hamilton:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Hamilton Central (HNC).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Hamilton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Loganair, Ryanair to go to Hamilton by flight.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Northern Rail to go to Hamilton by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Hamilton by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Hamilton with the following travel companies:
  • 46 direct flights per day with British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer, Ryanair.
  • 0 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from London to Hamilton often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, Blackpool, Glasgow, Manchester, Aberdeen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamilton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamilton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Hamilton is sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Royal Botanical Gardens, Dundurn Castle, and the vibrant art scene, allowing time for nearby nature trails and waterfalls.

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