The average train between Manchester and Hamilton takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 Manchester and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 8:22 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Hamilton station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.
Manchester to Hamilton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Hamilton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Manchester to Hamilton train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Hamilton is 279.2 km. The road distance is 337 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h.
