The cheapest and fastest trains from Rutherglen to Hamilton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rutherglen to Hamilton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rutherglen to Hamilton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rutherglen for Hamilton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.


Live departures
Rutherglen to Hamilton train times
The table below shows live departures for Rutherglen to Hamilton trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:25 Rutherglen | 0h31 | 20:56 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 06:30 Rutherglen | 0h27 | 06:57 Hamilton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherglen to Hamilton
Trains from Rutherglen to Hamilton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 27m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 23:28 |
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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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:44 Saturday 06:40 - 13:44 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs 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
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- 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 on Blairtum Drive
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 13:39 Saturday 06:35 - 13:39 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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 on Kings Park Avenue
- 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.
- 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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