The average train between Runcorn and Hamilton takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn 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 5 times a day between Runcorn and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 8:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 11:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Hamilton station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Runcorn to Hamilton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Runcorn to Hamilton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Runcorn to Hamilton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Lumo.
The distance between Runcorn and Hamilton is 282.4 km. The road distance is 405 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Lumo also services this route 3 times a day.