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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Leith is to rideshare which costs £7 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Leith is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Hamilton to Leith?

The distance between Hamilton and Leith is 36 miles. The road distance is 41.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Leith without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £75.

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

The train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley takes 52 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Leith bus from?

Hamilton to Leith bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Burnside Lane station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Leith train from?

Hamilton to Leith train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Leith?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Leith is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Hamilton to Leith bus arrive?

Hamilton to Leith bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Leith train arrive?

Hamilton to Leith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Leith is 42 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Hamilton to Leith.

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

Book your Hamilton to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2571+ hotels available in Leith.

Can I share a ride from Hamilton to Leith?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Hamilton and Leith. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Hamilton to Leith - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Hamilton to Leith by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Motherwell to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
52 min
£9–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Motherwell to Edinburgh37.1 mi
1h 5m
£7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burnside Lane to Buchanan Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
2h 10m
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leechlee Road to Gardenside201
2. Take the train from Bellshill to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 3m
Drive 41.5 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Leith41.5 mi
59 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Leith41.5 mi
59 min
£120–150

Hamilton to Leith by train

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52 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley twice daily. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 52 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow in around 2h 10m.

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