How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Hamilton?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Hamilton start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £90. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Hamilton?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Hamilton is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Hamilton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Hamilton?

The earliest train from Manchester to Hamilton departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:41.

Train Manchester to Hamilton from £18

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Hamilton on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:04	Manchester Airport	3h 18m	12:22	Motherwell	No tags
Train	11:04	Manchester Airport	3h 16m	14:20	Motherwell	No tags
Train	13:04	Manchester Airport	3h 17m	16:21	Motherwell	No tags
Train	15:04	Manchester Airport	3h 17m	18:21	Motherwell	No tags
Train	17:04	Manchester Airport	3h 17m	20:21	Motherwell	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Hamilton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

175 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £43	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£19 - £243	Average duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £20	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £19

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Hamilton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Hamilton?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Hamilton start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £90. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Hamilton?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Hamilton is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Hamilton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Hamilton?
The earliest train from Manchester to Hamilton departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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£46

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£49

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£19

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£18

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Hamilton was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Hamilton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £234 for a train ticket from Manchester to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-16.