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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Hamilton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 418, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Hamilton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Hamilton?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Hamilton start from R 832. The average price for this train route is around R 3 161. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Hamilton?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Hamilton is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 394 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 52m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Hamilton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Hamilton?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Hamilton departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:07.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Hamilton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Birmingham to Hamilton was searched and found on 31 Mar 2026 with a price of R 915To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Hamilton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 915 to R 6 179 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 915, which is on 2026-03-31.
