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

Gretna to Hamilton - Bus Timetable

The 382 bus from Gretna to Hamilton runs from 07:54 to 18:30, with departures every 30 min-2 hr 10 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 7 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Gretna to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Gretna to Hamilton in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 382 bus from Retail Park, Gretna station to Crown Inn, Lockerbie 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 7 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.

127min
Bus - 382382
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 201201
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Retail Park, Gretna

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Gretna
  • 2
    Bus - 382382
    Wait for bus
    382
    Lockerbie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crown Inn, Lockerbie
    ID 680000157502
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lockerbie
    320 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Muir Street, Motherwell
    ID 6160649
    180 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Hairmyres
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Hamilton
    ID 61501395
    11 min
  • 10
    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 138.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 127 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 timetable from Gretna to Hamilton

To check the bus and train timetable 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 127 minutes, using Bus line 382, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 201.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 7 min.

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

    The 382 bus line goes from Crown Inn, Lockerbie station near Gretna to Lockerbie station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Lockerbie station near Hamilton in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Gretna and Hamilton in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the 382 bus from the Crown Inn, Lockerbie stop near Gretna in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Lockerbie stop, which is closest to Hamilton in Scotland.

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