The average train between Wakefield and Hamilton takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield 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 4 hours between Wakefield and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 7:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Hamilton station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Wakefield to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Hamilton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Wakefield to Hamilton train tickets online with Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Wakefield and Hamilton is 283.1 km. The road distance is 444 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Motherwell 3 times a day. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 10m.