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Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.30, with average prices for this route around £5.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:55 Hamilton Central	06:22 Glasgow Central	27m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Hamilton Central	06:40 Glasgow Central	30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Hamilton Central	06:41 Glasgow Central	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:25 Hamilton Central	06:53 Glasgow Central	28m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Hamilton Central	07:10 Glasgow Central	27m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Hamilton Central	07:11 Paris	28m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central train route details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Hamilton Central

Arrival station

Glasgow Central

Journey time

27m

Distance

11 miles

Price

£5.30*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central from £5.30*

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Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central train prices and times

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