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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Tranent is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Tranent is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Tranent?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Tranent. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bridge Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Tranent?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Tranent. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Prestonpans via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Tranent?

The distance between Hamilton and Tranent is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Tranent without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £14 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Hamilton to Tranent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Tranent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Tranent train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Tranent?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Tranent is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £14 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 113 bus, which costs £8 - £21 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Hamilton to Tranent bus arrive?

Hamilton to Tranent bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Hamilton to Tranent train arrive?

Hamilton to Tranent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Tranent?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Tranent is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Hamilton to Tranent.

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

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Where can I stay near Tranent?

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Hamilton to Tranent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 113 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonpansEdinburgh - North Berwick / ...
1h 49m
£14–81
Bus, line 113 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bridge Street113 / ...
2h 44m
£9–21
Drive 50.5 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Tranent50.5 mi
57 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Tranent50.5 mi
57 min
£100–130
Train, line 113 bus
1. Take the train from Bellshill to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Bridge Street113 / ...
2h 54m
£15–18

Hamilton to Tranent by train

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Prestonpans via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bridge Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 2h 44m.

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