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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Pathhead is to bus and line 51 bus which costs £7 - £21 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Pathhead is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Pathhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Pathhead. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Oxenfoord Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Pathhead?

The distance between Hamilton and Pathhead is 56 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Pathhead without a car is to train and line 51 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £12 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Hamilton to Pathhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Pathhead bus from?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Pathhead bus arrive?

Hamilton to Pathhead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Pathhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Pathhead is 51 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Hamilton to Pathhead.

Where can I stay near Pathhead?

There are 2244+ hotels available in Pathhead.

Hamilton to Pathhead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Oxenfoord Avenue51
2h 49m
£12–80
Bus, line 51 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Oxenfoord Avenue51
3h 45m
£7–21
Drive 50.3 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Pathhead50.3 mi
56 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Pathhead50.3 mi
56 min
£100–130
Train, line 51 bus via Leechlee Road
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Oxenfoord Avenue51
4h 1m
£16–20

Hamilton to Pathhead by train, foot, and bus

54Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Pathhead, Midlothian, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Oxenfoord Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 45m.

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