The average train between Preston and Hamilton takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 3:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 10:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Hamilton station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.
Preston to Hamilton train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Hamilton train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Preston to Hamilton train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Preston and Hamilton is 238.6 km. The road distance is 287 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.
