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Manchester to Hamilton Coach Timetable
Coach from Manchester to Hamilton: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Manchester to Hamilton. Traveling by coach from Manchester to Hamilton usually takes around 6 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 174 mi (281 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £16.65 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Manchester to Hamilton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Manchester to Hamilton. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 5 | 6h 3m | £31.09 |
Book National Express from Manchester to Hamilton from £17. There are 5 National Express schedules from Manchester to Hamilton and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Hamilton. In Manchester, National Express departs to Hamilton from Miles Platting and 1 other station. In Hamilton, National Express arrives at 18 Kemp St and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Manchester to Hamilton takes 6 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Hamilton in 4 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Hamilton.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Manchester to Hamilton
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 174 miles from Manchester to Hamilton. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Hamilton, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Manchester to Hamilton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Manchester to Hamilton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Manchester, MAN to Hamilton, SLK; ticket prices start at £43.65.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Manchester?
Main departure station: Miles Platting
Manchester has two coach stations with service to Hamilton.
All coach stations in Manchester:
Miles Platting
Manchester Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Hamilton?
Main arrival station: 18 Kemp St
All coaches from Manchester arrive at one main station in Hamilton.
Coach stations in Hamilton:
18 Kemp St
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