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13/01/2026
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Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train

The journey from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train is 34.93 mi and takes 1 hr 50 mins. There are 58 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:52 and the last at 19:45. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train for as little as £13.84 or as much as £23.81. The best price for this journey is £13.84.

Lowest Price £13.84
Journey Duration 1 hr 50 mins
Connection per Day 58
Lowest Price £13.84
Highest Price £23.81
First Departure 05:52
Last Departure 19:45
Distance 34.93 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
Carriers CrossCountry, fake_bus

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When travelling to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board ScotRail from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
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Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
3.93kg
Bus
4.22kg
Flight
11.24kg
Car
8.99kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire are 3.93kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire you will save 7.31kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.29kg compared to a bus and 5.06kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is £18.98. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £13.84.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is £13.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train?
Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is 34.93 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire take?
Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is on average 1 hr 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, fake_bus and ScotRail.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire?
Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire has 58 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire departs at 05:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire departs at 19:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £13.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire is 1 hr 0 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Hamilton, South Lanarkshire creates 3.93kg of CO2 emissions.

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