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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Glasgow Central | Hamilton West | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Glasgow Central | Motherwell | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Hamilton West | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Hamilton West | No tags |
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Get from Glasgow to Hamilton
The journey takes about 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Hamilton by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton cost?
The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Hamilton is £7. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Hamilton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Hamilton?
A train trip between Glasgow and Hamilton is around 28m, although the fastest train will take about 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 12 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Glasgow and Hamilton?
The number of trains from Glasgow to Hamilton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Hamilton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Hamilton?
When taking the train from Glasgow to Hamilton, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Hamilton was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Hamilton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £13 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
