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Hamilton Central to Edinburgh train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh, starting from £12.50 and averaging £12.90. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:55 Hamilton Central	07:44 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Hamilton Central	07:56 Edinburgh Gateway	2h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Hamilton Central	08:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:25 Hamilton Central	08:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Hamilton Central	08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:26 Hamilton Central	08:56 Paris	1h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Hamilton Central to Edinburgh train route details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:33

Departure station

Hamilton Central

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

36 miles

Price

£12.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Hamilton Central to Edinburgh train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Hamilton Central to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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