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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Hamilton
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Hamilton will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Hamilton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberdeen to Hamilton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Hamilton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 194 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Hamilton train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Hamilton trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 Aberdeen | 4h01 | 12:31 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:33 Aberdeen | 3h56 | 13:29 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:32 Aberdeen | 3h57 | 14:29 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:31 Aberdeen | 3h59 | 19:30 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
| 04:57 Aberdeen | 4h27 | 09:24 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Hamilton
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Trains from Aberdeen to Hamilton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 20:29 |
FAQs: Aberdeen to Hamilton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Hamilton
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
ParkingAccessibility
LoungeLost 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
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost 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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
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