The average train between Derby and Hamilton takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 4 hours between Derby and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 1:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Hamilton station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.
Derby to Hamilton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Hamilton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Derby to Hamilton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Derby and Hamilton is 357 km. The road distance is 450 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Motherwell via Crewe and Wigan North Western in around 5h 47m.