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Hamilton West to York by train

First train

06:52

Last train

00:32

Departure station

Hamilton West

Arrival station

York

Journey time

From 4h 8m

Distance

172 miles (277 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Hamilton West to York in 4 hours 8 minutes

If you want to travel from Hamilton West to York by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Hamilton West to York by train to take around 6 hours 17 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 12 trains per day running on this route, which spans 172 miles (277 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to York. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Hamilton West to York are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Hamilton West to York

Want to know more about your journey from Hamilton West to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to York from Hamilton West?

To travel to York from Hamilton West, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 8 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Hamilton West to York?

Trains from Hamilton West to York take an average of 6 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 8 minutes. You'll usually find 12 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Hamilton West and York by train?

The quickest journey time between Hamilton West and York by train is 4 hours and 8 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Hamilton West to York?

No, there are no direct trains running from Hamilton West to York, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Hamilton West to York

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hamilton West to York is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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