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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherglen to Hamilton
Take a train from Rutherglen to Hamilton and enjoy the approximately 13 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:28.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Rutherglen to Hamilton trainsScotrail trains will get you between Rutherglen and Hamilton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rutherglen to Hamilton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen and Hamilton
Most Rutherglen to Hamilton trains use the Rutherglen to Hamilton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Hamilton West. Use this guide to compare Rutherglen and Hamilton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rutherglen station do trains to Hamilton leave from?
Rutherglen train station facilities and services
Rutherglen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rutherglen.
Bike and car services
Available at Rutherglen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rutherglen.
Getting to Croftfoot from Rutherglen city centre
Croftfoot is 1 km from Rutherglen city centre. Public transport options include:
Croftfoot train station facilities and services
Croftfoot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Croftfoot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Croftfoot. 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 Croftfoot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Croftfoot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Croftfoot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up to Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Hamilton station do trains from Rutherglen arrive at?
Getting to Hamilton Central from Hamilton city centre
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.
Getting to Hamilton West from Hamilton city centre
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
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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