The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Hamilton
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 20
23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
24 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 trains from Glasgow to Hamilton, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:35 PM0h25Glasgow7:00 PMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM0h23Glasgow8:48 AMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM0h23Glasgow7:48 AMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM0h23Glasgow8:48 AMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM0h23Glasgow7:48 AMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
6:35 PM0h25Glasgow7:00 PMHamilton€61One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Glasgow to Hamilton train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Hamilton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 AM Glasgow | 0h23 | 7:48 AM Hamilton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Glasgow | 0h23 | 8:48 AM Hamilton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Glasgow | 0h25 | 7:00 PM Hamilton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Hamilton
Trains from Glasgow to Hamilton run on average 23 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 18m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Hamilton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Hamilton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamilton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Hamilton
Most Glasgow to Hamilton trains use the Glasgow Central to Hamilton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Hamilton West. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Hamilton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Scotstounhill from Glasgow city centre
Scotstounhill is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Scotstounhill train station facilities and services
Scotstounhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scotstounhill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scotstounhill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scotstounhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Scotstounhill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scotstounhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Carmyle from Glasgow city centre
Carmyle is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Carmyle train station facilities and services
Carmyle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carmyle.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carmyle: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carmyle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carmyle: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Hamilton station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Hamilton Central from Hamilton city centre
Hamilton Central train station facilities and services
Hamilton Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hamilton West from Hamilton city centre
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamilton West train station facilities and services
Hamilton West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Chatelherault from Hamilton city centre
Chatelherault is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatelherault train station facilities and services
Chatelherault has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatelherault: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatelherault: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatelherault: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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