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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 | Lancaster | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Lancaster | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster | Motherwell | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Lancaster to Hamilton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster to Hamilton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Lancaster to Hamilton?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Hamilton start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Hamilton?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Hamilton is 2h, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Hamilton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Hamilton?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Hamilton departs at 08:17. And the latest train departs at 20:57.
Which is the best train operator from Lancaster to Hamilton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lancaster to Hamilton?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Lancaster to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Lancaster to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster to Hamilton was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of £36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster to Hamilton as early as possible.
