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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Hamilton takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Hamilton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

52 min
Duration
36 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Hamilton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Edinburgh and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 12:23 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 4m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 40 min • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Hamilton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Hamilton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 36.1 mi
  • Duration: 52 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £15–24 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route.

Operators