The average train between Bristol and Hamilton takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bristol and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Hamilton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Motherwell station via Birmingham New Street station and Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Bristol to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Hamilton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Bristol and Hamilton is 488.7 km. The road distance is 578 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Motherwell via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 6h 36m.