The average train between Sheffield and Hamilton takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Hamilton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Sheffield to Hamilton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Hamilton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Sheffield to Hamilton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sheffield and Hamilton is 312.4 km. The road distance is 405 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Motherwell via Manchester Oxford Road and Preston in around 4h 42m.