The average train between Bournemouth and Hamilton takes 8h 54m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bournemouth 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 every 3 hours between Bournemouth and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 1:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Hamilton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Hamilton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.
Bournemouth to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Bournemouth to Hamilton train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bournemouth and Hamilton is 579 km. The road distance is 731 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Motherwell via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 8h 25m.