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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hamilton to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamilton to Lancaster 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 Hamilton to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamilton to Lancaster start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamilton to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Hamilton to Lancaster is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Hamilton to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamilton to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Hamilton to Lancaster departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 17:50.
Which is the best train operator from Hamilton to Lancaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamilton to Lancaster?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hamilton to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transpennine Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamilton to Lancaster?
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 Hamilton to Lancaster was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamilton to Lancaster as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £131 for a train ticket from Hamilton to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Avanti West Coast 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.
