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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Portland Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Dundee to Hamilton?

The distance between Dundee and Hamilton is 95 miles. The road distance is 79.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Dundee to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Hamilton bus from?

Dundee to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Dundee to Hamilton is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Dundee to Hamilton bus arrive?

Dundee to Hamilton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Hamilton is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Dundee to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 1289+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Dundee to Hamilton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 267 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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 Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central Low Level to Hamilton Centraltrain Dalmuir - Larkhall / ...
2h 22m
£41–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2h 42m
£8–14
Drive 78.8 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Hamiltoncar 78.8 mi
1h 31m
£20–28
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park Roadbus 255 / ...
3h 24m
£15–22

Dundee to Hamilton by train and bus

197Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dundee to Hamilton.

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Distance: 94 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Dundee to Hamilton Central via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 2h.

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