The average train between Blackpool and Hamilton takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Hamilton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 42m • 1 change

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Hamilton station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Blackpool to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Blackpool to Hamilton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Hamilton is 225.8 km. The road distance is 315 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.