The average train between Leith and Hamilton takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train service runs several times per day from Leith 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Leith and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leith 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.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leith station and arriving at Hamilton station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 52 min.
Leith to Hamilton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Leith to Hamilton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Leith and Hamilton is 58.5 km. The road distance is 70 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.