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

From Perth to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Perth to Hamilton in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Perth station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the X1 bus from Thomas Graham Building, Glasgow station to John Street, Hamilton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min.

122min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X1X1
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Perth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Perth
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thomas Graham Building, Glasgow
    ID 6090121
    340 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - X1X1
    Wait for bus
    X1
    Udston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    John Street, Hamilton
    ID 6150157
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    160 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Perth to Hamilton by train

To get from Perth to Hamilton in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Perth station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Argyle Street station to Hamilton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min.

124min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Perth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Perth
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Argyle Street
    600 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamilton Central
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Perth to Hamilton

The distance between Perth, Scotland and Hamilton, Scotland is approximately 123.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 122 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Perth to Hamilton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Perth

Perth is located at Perth, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Leonard Street, Perth.

Train stations close to Perth:

  • Perth

Bus stations close to Perth:

  • Leonard Street, Perth
  • Kings Place, Perth
  • St Leonards Bank, Perth

Public transport stations close to Hamilton, Scotland

Hamilton is located at Hamilton, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Hamilton Central.

Train stations close to Hamilton:

  • Merryton
  • Chatelherault
  • Motherwell

Bus stations close to Hamilton:

  • Hamilton Central
  • Leechlee Road, Hamilton
  • Bus Station, Hamilton

Related Routes

From Perth to Hamilton by train

To get from Perth to Hamilton in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Perth station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Argyle Street station to Hamilton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min.

124min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Hamilton
Leaves from Perth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Perth
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    67 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Argyle Street
    600 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamilton Central
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hamilton
    Walk to
    Hamilton
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X1.

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

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

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

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Perth to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Glasgow Queen Street station near Hamilton in Scotland

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

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

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Perth in Scotland.

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

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street stop, which is closest to Hamilton in Scotland.