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Museum of Liverpool
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamilton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 271 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamilton to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hamilton to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 4h 26m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Hamilton to Liverpool trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Hamilton and Liverpool from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 26m
Cheapest Price
£53
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Liverpool
Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
- Must visit
World Museum
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
- Recommended
Tate Liverpool
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
- Must visit
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
- Recommended
Ropewalks
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
- Recommended
Hope Street
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
- Gluten-free
Scouse
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
- Gluten-free
Blind Scouse
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
- Vegetarian
Wet Nelly
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Roski
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Ma Boyle's
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
The London Carriage Works
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Merseytravel
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Saveaway is an off-peak day ticket only. It is not valid for journeys starting between 06:31 and 09:29 on Mondays to Fridays.
- Saveaway can be bought with cash, credit or debit card. Merseytravel also states MetroCard tickets can be bought on board Arriva or Stagecoach buses.
FAQs: Hamilton to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamilton to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train journey from Hamilton to Liverpool covers a distance of 271 km and takes approximately 4h 26m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Hamilton to Liverpool is 271 km.
The first train from Hamilton to Liverpool leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Hamilton to Liverpool departs at 20:03.
Trains from Hamilton to Liverpool run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hamilton to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamilton to Liverpool.
To get from Hamilton to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Hamilton to Liverpool.
The train station in Hamilton that goes to Liverpool is Chatelherault (CTE), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Liverpool is by coach, costing approximately £30.
Booking trains from Hamilton to Liverpool 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 to Liverpool offers picturesque views of the British countryside, with rolling hills, charming villages, and lush green landscapes, particularly as the train passes through areas near the Pennines.
A day trip from Hamilton to Liverpool is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 26m and the distance is 271 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, take a scenic ferry across the Mersey River, and visit the Walker Art Gallery. Enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre and delve into the city's heritage at the Museum of Liverpool. Discover top sights like The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.
Three days in Liverpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamilton to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamilton and Liverpool
Most Hamilton to Liverpool trains use the Chatelherault to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Moorfields. Use this guide to compare Hamilton and Liverpool 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 Liverpool
Which Hamilton station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Trains from Hamilton to Liverpool leave from Hamilton Central. The station is 1 km from Hamilton city centre at Hamilton Central station, Station Road, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 6PB.
Hamilton CentralHamilton Central station, Station Road, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 6PB
City-centre transport
Getting to Hamilton Central from Hamilton city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesSundays 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.
Hamilton Central 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
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton Central.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
ChatelheraultChatelherault station, Valleyfield Road, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 7UD
City-centre transport
Getting to Chatelherault from Hamilton city centre
Chatelherault is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBuses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Carlisle Road
Chatelherault train station facilities and services
Chatelherault has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatelherault: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatelherault: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Hamilton WestHamilton West station, Clydesdale Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 0DA
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.
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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 and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
MoorfieldsMoorfields station, Moorfields, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2BS
City-centre transport
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Bus10A · 5m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 12m
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, 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.
Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £0.90 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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