- Must visit
Low Parks Museum
Hamilton's main local history museum in a historic house, covering the dukes, industrial past, and everyday life through accessible displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$167
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$170
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h
Trains on Sep 20
17
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hamilton will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from London to Hamilton without transferring at least 3 times.
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W68596Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $84 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, while a flight costs an average of $322.
Distance: 334 miles (539 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$196 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest | $322 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Hamilton:
A bus is $112 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hamilton costing on average $196.
A bus is $237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Hamilton costing on average $322.
Other travel options to Hamilton take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 4m.
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Hamilton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G80208+ L87972 · W69873+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h21 | 4:51 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
G80208+ L87972 · W69873+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h25 | 4:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 3 transfers | |
G80208+ L87972 · W69873+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h18 | 4:48 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
C02168+ C31969+ W33217+ W68596 | 8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 7h19 | 3:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 4 transfers | |
C02168+ C31969+ W33217+ W68596 | 8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h59 | 3:35 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
C02168+ C31969+ W33217+ W68596 | 8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h54 | 3:30 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
G80213+ L87988 · C15250+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h25 | 5:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 3 transfers | |
G80213+ L87980 · L88758+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h01 | 5:31 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
G80213+ L87980 · L88758+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 7h58 | 5:28 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
C02091+ C32574+ W33297+ W68534 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h55 | 5:05 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
C02091+ C32574+ W33297+ W68534 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h51 | 5:01 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
C02091+ C32574+ W33297+ W68534 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 7h45 | 5:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 4 transfers | |
G80220+ L88007 · W69856+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h20 | 6:50 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
G80220+ L88007 · W69856+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h18 | 6:48 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
G80220+ L88007 · W69856+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h18 | 6:48 PM Hamilton West (HNW) | 3 transfers | |
G80220+ L88007 · W69856+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h20 | 6:50 PM Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3 transfers | |
G80220+ L88007 · W69856+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h25 | 6:55 PM Chatelherault (CTE) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from London to Hamilton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 but you can travel from only $33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (539 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 334 miles (539 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Hamilton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamilton trip today.
Hamilton's main local history museum in a historic house, covering the dukes, industrial past, and everyday life through accessible displays.
Art space at Chatelherault hosting changing exhibitions in a historic estate setting, ideal for combining culture with park walks.
Nearby major museum with art, design, and social history collections, worthwhile for visitors using Hamilton as a base in Lanarkshire.
Hamilton's signature country park with woodland trails, formal grounds, and estate history, making it the town's top outdoor destination.
Central shopping and civic street that captures everyday Hamilton, convenient for architecture, local atmosphere, and connecting key sights.
Main public park with lawns, sports facilities, and river paths, popular with locals for walks and relaxed green space near the centre.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from Scotland, loved for its warming flavour and strong coastal heritage.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, spices and offal, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and tied to Burns suppers.
Neeps and tatties are mashed turnips and potatoes, a classic Scottish side dish served with haggis and many hearty local meals.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Italian venue serving pizza, pasta and classic mains in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere near the town centre.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant with grilled meats, meze and warm hospitality in contemporary surroundings.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Hamilton Central -> Hamilton Bus Station, Hamilton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hamilton 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 Hamilton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Hamilton trains use the London Euston to Hamilton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Hamilton West. Use this guide to compare London and Hamilton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Lee is 11 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Lee has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lee.
Ticket office support is available at Lee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lee: Parking, WC.
Available at Lee: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lee: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms. For services to London from Platform 1, step free access from main entrance off Station Approach Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via steep ramp off Glenmore Row Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 200 metres. There is stepped access between platforms via subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There is a Ticket Vending Machine on the station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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