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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamilton to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamilton to Glasgow will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 18 trains that leave Hamilton for Glasgow on Thu, Aug 06, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
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W69718 · L88462
W68473
W68477
W69731
W68477
W68473
W69731 · L88478
W69731
W69731 · L88478The table below shows live departures for Hamilton to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W69718 | 6:06 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h35 | 6:41 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69718 · L88462 | 6:06 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h34 | 6:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W69718 · L88462 | 6:10 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h30 | 6:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W69718 | 6:10 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h31 | 6:41 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69718 · L88462 | 6:13 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h27 | 6:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W69718 | 6:13 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h28 | 6:41 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68473 | 6:25 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h28 | 6:53 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68473 | 6:28 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h25 | 6:53 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69731 | 6:38 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h33 | 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69731 · L88478 | 6:38 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h32 | 7:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W69731 · L88478 | 6:43 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h27 | 7:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W69731 | 6:43 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h28 | 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69731 | 6:45 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h26 | 7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69731 · L88478 | 6:45 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h25 | 7:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W68477 | 6:53 AM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 0h27 | 7:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68477 | 6:56 AM Hamilton West (HNW) | 0h24 | 7:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69742 | 7:08 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h34 | 7:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69755 | 7:38 AM Chatelherault (CTE) | 0h33 | 8:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamilton to Glasgow run on average 19 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamilton to Glasgow trains use the Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Exhibition Centre. Use this guide to compare Hamilton and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Hamilton Central.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
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.
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Hamilton West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.
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.
Chatelherault is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Chatelherault has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chatelherault: Parking.
Available at Chatelherault: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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, 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.
Anderston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Anderston.
Ticket office support is available at Anderston. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Anderston: Parking.
Available at Anderston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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