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| Train | Pollokshaws East | Hamilton West | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pollokshaws West | Hamilton West | No tags | ||||
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Get from Glasgow to Hamilton
The journey takes about 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Hamilton by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Hamilton start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Glasgow to Hamilton?
The average train trip from Glasgow to Hamilton takes 34m and covers 18 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Hamilton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 41 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Hamilton?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Hamilton departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 11:48pm.
What is the best train operator from Glasgow to Hamilton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Hamilton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Glasgow to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Hamilton was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Hamilton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $24 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
