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

From Hamilton to Midlothian by bus and train

To get from Hamilton to Midlothian in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Hamilton Central station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 37 bus from Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh station to Roslin Road, Bilston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min.

162min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 3737
Leaves from Hamilton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hamilton Central
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dalmuir
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206470
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Deanburn
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Roslin Road, Bilston
    Ride to bus station
    Roslin Road, Bilston
    ID 6280301990
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hamilton to Midlothian by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and X62

To get from Hamilton to Midlothian in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Hamilton Central station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X62 bus from South Bridge, Old Town station to Roslin Road, Bilston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min.

171min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X62X62
Leaves from Hamilton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hamilton Central
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dalmuir
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Bridge, Old Town
    ID 6200208440
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - X62X62
    Wait for bus
    X62
    Galashiels
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Roslin Road, Bilston
    Ride to bus station
    Roslin Road, Bilston
    ID 6280301990
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Hamilton to Midlothian

The distance between Hamilton, Scotland and Midlothian, Scotland is approximately 66.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 162 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hamilton to Midlothian 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 Hamilton

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

Train stations close to Hamilton:

  • Motherwell

Bus stations close to Hamilton:

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

Public transport stations close to Midlothian, Scotland

Midlothian is located at Midlothian, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Bush Road End, Seafield.

Bus stations close to Midlothian:

  • Bush Road End, Seafield
  • Seafield Road, Bilston
  • Moorfoot View, Bilston

Alternative route from Hamilton to Midlothian by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and X62

To get from Hamilton to Midlothian in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Hamilton Central station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X62 bus from South Bridge, Old Town station to Roslin Road, Bilston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min.

171min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X62X62
Leaves from Hamilton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hamilton Central
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dalmuir
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Bridge, Old Town
    ID 6200208440
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - X62X62
    Wait for bus
    X62
    Galashiels
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Roslin Road, Bilston
    Ride to bus station
    Roslin Road, Bilston
    ID 6280301990
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 162 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 37.

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

    The alternative route takes 171 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X62.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 42 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Hamilton and Midlothian in Scotland by train and bus is about 2 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Hamilton Central station near Hamilton in Scotland.

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

    Get off the train at the Dalmuir stop, which is closest to Midlothian in Scotland.

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