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Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train

First train

06:22

Last train

15:52

Departure station

Hamilton West

Arrival station

St Annes-on-the-Sea

Journey time

From 3h 23m

Distance

146 miles (235 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea in 3 hours 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 45 minutes to travel the 146 miles (235 km) from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to St Annes-on-the-Sea. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea take?

The average journey time by train between Hamilton West and St Annes-on-the-Sea is 3 hours and 45 minutes, with around 9 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Hamilton West and St Annes-on-the-Sea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea?

No, there are no direct train services from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea. Travelling from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea leave?

The first train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea leaves at 06:22. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea leave?

The last train from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea leaves at 15:52. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Hamilton West and St Annes-on-the-Sea by train?

Trains travelling from Hamilton West to St Annes-on-the-Sea cover a distance of around 146 miles (235 km) during the journey.

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† 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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