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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 | Manchester Oxford Road | Motherwell | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Motherwell | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Hamilton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 484, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 410
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Hamilton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Hamilton?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Hamilton start from R 410. The average price for this train route is around R 1 157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Hamilton?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Hamilton is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 282 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Hamilton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Hamilton?
The earliest train from Manchester to Hamilton departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:41.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Hamilton was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 896To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Hamilton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 896 to R 5 048 for a train ticket from Manchester to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 896, which is on 2026-01-30.
