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 1 hr 57 min.

117min
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 • 3 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 Glasgow Central station to Hamilton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min.

123min
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
    Glasgow Central
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamilton Central
    26 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 117 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.

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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 Glasgow Central station to Hamilton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min.

123min
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
    Glasgow Central
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hamilton Central
    26 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 117 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X1.

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

    The alternative route takes 123 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train 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 1 hr 57 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 1 hr 57 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.

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