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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Cumbernauld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Falkirk?

The distance between Hamilton and Falkirk is 24 miles. The road distance is 27.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £12 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Hamilton to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Falkirk bus from?

Hamilton to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Falkirk train from?

Hamilton to Falkirk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Hamilton Central station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Falkirk is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £12 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Hamilton to Falkirk bus arrive?

Hamilton to Falkirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Falkirk train arrive?

Hamilton to Falkirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cumbernauld station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Falkirk is 27 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Hamilton to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Hamilton to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Hamilton to Falkirk by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Hamilton Central to CumbernauldDalmuir - Cumbernauld / ...
2. Take the train from Cumbernauld to Falkirk GrahamstonGlasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston
1h 32m
£12–13
Drive 27.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Falkirk27.1 mi
31 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
2h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Falkirk27.1 mi
31 min
£55–70
Line 267 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Buchanan Bus Station263 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
2h 53m

Hamilton to Falkirk by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a train from Hamilton Central to Falkirk Grahamston via Cumbernauld in around 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 5m.

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