Bolton to Hamilton Trains

Bolton to Hamilton trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Hamilton takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Hamilton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 5m
Duration: 198 mi
Distance: £75
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Bolton to Hamilton train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 10:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, August 10, 2026

6:53 AM → 10:17 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:56 AM
2h 47m • 1 change
9:38 AM → 12:22 PM
2h 43m • 1 change
10:08 AM → 12:47 PM
2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, August 11, 2026

12:24 AM → 6:55 AM
6h 31m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 10:17 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:56 AM
2h 47m • 1 change
9:38 AM → 12:22 PM
2h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, August 12, 2026

12:24 AM → 6:55 AM
6h 31m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 10:17 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
8:08 AM → 10:56 AM
2h 47m • 1 change
9:38 AM → 12:22 PM
2h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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