What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 10h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton is to train and fly which takes 4h 24m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Portland Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Motherwell via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hamilton?

The distance between Cardiff and Hamilton is 369 miles. The road distance is 360.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £75 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Cardiff to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hamilton bus from?

Cardiff to Hamilton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hamilton train from?

Cardiff to Hamilton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hamilton is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £75 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hamilton bus arrive?

Cardiff to Hamilton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Hamilton train arrive?

Cardiff to Hamilton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hamilton is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Cardiff to Hamilton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Hamilton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Hamilton?

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

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Cardiff to Hamilton - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Hamilton by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Motherwell
6h 41m
£80–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
10h 47m
£27–40
Drive 358.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hamilton358.8 mi
6h 40m
£90–130
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 24m
£44–124
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station590 / ...
10h 50m
£43–95
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 17m
£61–202
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwell
5h 43m
£63–188
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwell
5h 53m
£87–250
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwell
6h 36m
£81–256

Cardiff to Hamilton by train

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Distance: 367.1 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Hamilton, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Motherwell via Crewe and Preston in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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