How to get from Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train?

From Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Gretna Green station to Carlisle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 41 bus from Motherwell Library, Motherwell station to Bus Station, Hamilton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

149min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 4141
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Gretna Green

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gretna Green
    1.03 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Carlisle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carlisle
    ID CAR
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Motherwell Library, Motherwell
    ID 6160640
    260 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Hamilton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Hamilton
    ID 61501402
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 201

To get from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Gretna Green station to Carlisle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 201 bus from Muir Street, Motherwell station to Bus Station, Hamilton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

151min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 201201
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Gretna Green

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gretna Green
    1.03 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Carlisle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carlisle
    ID CAR
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Muir Street, Motherwell
    ID 6160649
    180 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Hairmyres
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Hamilton
    ID 61501395
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gretna to Hamilton

The distance between Gretna, Scotland and Hamilton, Scotland is approximately 164.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 149 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Gretna to Hamilton

To check the bus and train schedule from Gretna to Hamilton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gretna) and destination (Hamilton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 201

To get from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Gretna Green station to Carlisle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 201 bus from Muir Street, Motherwell station to Bus Station, Hamilton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

151min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 201201
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Gretna Green

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Gretna Green
    1.03 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Carlisle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carlisle
    ID CAR
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Muir Street, Motherwell
    ID 6160649
    180 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Hairmyres
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Hamilton
    ID 61501395
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to Hamilton?

    The fastest way takes 149 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 41.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gretna to Hamilton?

    The alternative route takes 151 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 201.

  • Is there a direct train between Gretna and Hamilton in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Gretna Green station near Gretna to Carlisle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Carlisle station near Hamilton in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Gretna and Hamilton in Scotland by train and bus is about 2 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gretna to get to Hamilton in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Gretna Green station near Gretna in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gretna and Hamilton in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Carlisle stop, which is closest to Hamilton in Scotland.

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