Hamilton to Perth train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamilton to Perth

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

1 h 54 m

Average duration

2 h 15 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamilton to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamilton to Perth will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Hamilton for Perth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.

ScotRail
08:552h24
Hamilton
11:19Perth
£161One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
07:431h54
Hamilton
09:37Perth
£161One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
08:582h21
Hamilton
11:19Perth
£161One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
04:552h15
Hamilton
07:10Perth
£161One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
15:242h19
Hamilton
17:43Perth
£351One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hamilton to Perth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamilton to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 79 km

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Coach

£17

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 45m

Average total duration

2h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Hamilton to Perth train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamilton to Perth trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail08:57 Hamilton
2h20
11:17 Perth0 changesdirect
scotrail09:32 Hamilton
2h13
11:45 Perth0 changesdirect
scotrail10:58 Hamilton
2h50
13:48 Perth0 changesdirect
Monday 10 November
scotrail04:55 Hamilton
2h15
07:10 Perth0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamilton to Perth

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Trains from Hamilton to Perth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 54m.

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 £6
Distance
79 km
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 54m
First train
04:27
Last train
21:23
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 £6

FAQs: Hamilton to Perth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton to Perth 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 Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Three to four days in Perth is ideal to explore its key attractions, including Kings Park, Fremantle, and the beautiful beaches nearby.
Booking trains from Hamilton to Perth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Hamilton to Perth is 79 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamilton to Perth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Hamilton to Perth covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Hamilton to Perth leaves at 4:27.
The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Perth is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The last train from Hamilton to Perth departs at 21:23.
The train station in Hamilton that goes to Perth is Chatelherault (CTE), and it arrives at Perth station (PTH).
Trains from Hamilton to Perth run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Hamilton to Perth.
To get from Hamilton to Perth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamilton to Perth.
There is no night train service from Hamilton to Perth.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamilton and Perth

Hamilton
Perth
The major train station for departures in Hamilton is Chatelherault. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chatelherault for your trip from Hamilton to Perth.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Chatelherault
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Carlisle Road
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 23:20 Saturday 06:20 - 23:20 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Hamilton Central
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 20:04 Saturday 06:20 - 20:04 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Hamilton West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Clydesdale Street

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