4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wellington to Hamilton
Cheapest price
$192
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wellington to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wellington to Hamilton will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $192.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wellington for Hamilton on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 11 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Wellington to Hamilton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wellington to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€115 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wellington to Hamilton train times
The table below shows live departures for Wellington to Hamilton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:44 AM Wellington | 5h11 | 1:55 PM Hamilton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wellington to Hamilton
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Trains from Wellington to Hamilton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 11:38. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 07:08 |
Last train 11:38 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Wellington to Hamilton trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Wellington and Hamilton from $44 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Wellington to Hamilton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wellington 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wellington to Hamilton
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 13:00 Friday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on platform one.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 07:00-13:00, Saturday 08:00-13:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In "No parking" area at top of station car park near to roundabout at junction of King Street/Victoria Road for (both directions).
ShoppingParking
DiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 23:20 Saturday 06:20 - 23:20 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Sundays 16 & 23 September: buses will pick up/drop off at Hamilton Bus Station stance 10/11. Buses normally pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Kemp Street.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 20:04 Saturday 06:20 - 20:04 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Clydesdale Street
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Carlisle Road
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