Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

25 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

26 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 26 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.

  • ScotrailW68490
    8:580h27
    Hamilton West (HNW)
    9:25Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailC14968
    8:280h25
    Hamilton West (HNW)
    8:53Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW69791
    9:160h26
    Hamilton West (HNW)
    9:42Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW69769
    8:150h26
    Hamilton West (HNW)
    8:41Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW69777
    8:450h26
    Hamilton West (HNW)
    9:11Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 15 km

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Driving

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

56m

Average total duration

Fastest

26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Scotrail

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is a train with an average price of £6.
The fastest way to travel from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by train with an average journey time of 26m.
Yes, you can take a train between Hamilton West (HNW) and Glasgow Central (GLC).
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £29. The journey takes 26m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailW69824
Delayed
9:46 10:45Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
11:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68505
On time
10:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
11:23 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69837
On time
11:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
11:40 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68508
On time
11:26 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
11:51 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69847
On time
11:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h27
12:12 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68512
On time
11:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
12:24 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69721
On time
12:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h28
12:43 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68515
On time
12:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
12:53 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69733
On time
12:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h31
13:16 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68519
On time
12:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
13:23 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69744
On time
13:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
13:41 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68522
On time
13:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h27
13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6975613:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
14:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68523
On time
13:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h24
14:22 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69766
On time
14:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
14:41 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68525
On time
14:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h27
14:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69780
On time
14:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
15:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68526
On time
14:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h27
15:25 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6979215:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
15:41 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68528
On time
15:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h29
15:57 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69804
On time
15:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
16:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68471
On time
15:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
16:24 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69814
On time
16:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h29
16:44 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68474
On time
16:27 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
16:53 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69826
On time
16:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h30
17:15 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68478
On time
16:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h28
17:26 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69838
On time
17:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h29
17:44 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69838 · C14945
On time
17:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
17:41 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
ScotrailW68481
On time
17:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
17:54 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69849
On time
17:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h31
18:16 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68485
On time
17:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h28
18:26 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69723 · L88695
On time
18:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h28
18:43 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
Friday 18 September
ScotrailW697698:15 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
8:41 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC149688:28 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h25
8:53 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW697778:45 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
9:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW684908:58 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h27
9:25 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW697919:16 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW684949:27 Hamilton West (HNW)
0h26
9:53 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 07:28. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
26m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
25m
First train
7:28
Last train
7:28
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Hamilton West (HNW) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Scotrail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
25m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£6
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
23m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£13
ScotRail frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) covers a distance of 15 km and takes approximately 25m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is 15 km.
The first train from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 7:28.
The last train from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) departs at 7:28.
Trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamilton West (HNW) and Glasgow Central (GLC). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Scotrail, ScotRail.
To travel from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
The cheapest way to get from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamilton West to Glasgow Central offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through residential areas and glimpses of the Scottish countryside, though it is not renowned for being particularly scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Hamilton West to Glasgow Central is feasible. The journey takes 25m and covers 15 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamilton West (HNW) and Glasgow Central (GLC)

Most Hamilton West (HNW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamilton West (HNW) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hamilton
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Hamilton WestHamilton West station, Clydesdale Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 0DAParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamilton West from Hamilton city centre

Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBuses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Clydesdale Street

Hamilton West train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Hamilton West.

Tickets and information

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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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