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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Methil is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Methil is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Methil?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Methil. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Memorial Court via Buchanan Bus Station, Airport and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Methil?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Methil. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Leven via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Methil?

The distance between Hamilton and Methil is 77 miles. The road distance is 58.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Methil without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Hamilton to Methil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Methil bus from?

Hamilton to Methil bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Methil train from?

Hamilton to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Methil?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Methil is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Hamilton to Methil bus arrive?

Hamilton to Methil bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Airport station.

Where does the Hamilton to Methil train arrive?

Hamilton to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Methil is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Hamilton to Methil.

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

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Where can I stay near Methil?

There are 1421+ hotels available in Methil.

Hamilton to Methil - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 266 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hamilton to Methil 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 Motherwell to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
2h 24m
£33–62
Drive 58.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Methilcar 58.4 mi
1h 14m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus Air
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Memorial Courtbus X61
3h 28m
£17–28
Train via Leechlee Road
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
3h 23m
£32–60
Line 266 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shotts Stationbus 266
2. Take the train from Shotts to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain
3h 37m
£30–55

Hamilton to Methil by train

65Weekly Trains

2h 24mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hamilton to Methil.

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Distance: 76.6 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Leven via Haymarket in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Memorial Court via Buchanan Bus Station, Airport, and Park & Ride in around 3h 28m.

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