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About Hamilton West (HNW) Train Station

Station managed by: ScotRail

Hamilton West station
Clydesdale Street
Hamilton
South Lanarkshire
ML3 0DA

Hamilton West Station can be found on Clydesdale Street in Hamilton as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hamilton West Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Hamilton West Station

Discovering Hamilton West Train Station

Nestled in the heart of South Lanarkshire in Scotland, Hamilton West train station serves as a crucial waypoint for commuters, students, and travelers alike. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor exploring the charming town of Hamilton and its environs, this station can be your gateway to various destinations. It's a station that caters to a range of needs, providing both convenience and connectivity for the modern traveler.

Facilities and Services on Offer

Hamilton West station boasts a wide array of amenities aimed at ensuring a seamless travel experience. The ticket office operates on weekdays and Saturdays from 06:20 to 20:04, providing ample time for passengers to manage their travel arrangements. For those buying tickets online, there are facilities to collect them at the station, and accessible ticket machines make it easier for everyone to purchase tickets. Throughout the station, helpful information is available from staff assistance points, while digital departure screens and announcements keep passengers updated on train times.

Accessibility is a priority at Hamilton West. The station prides itself on offering step-free access to parts of the platform, although travelers should note the Blue Badge parking availability is limited to two spaces. While the station lacks dedicated accessible toilets, the staff assistance program is robust, ensuring that assistance can be requested up to two hours before travel via Passenger Assist.

Onward Travel Options

The connectivity doesn't stop at rail travel—Hamilton West serves as a multi-modal transport hub with seamless links for bus and taxi services. For those using rail replacement services, buses conveniently pick up and drop off at the station entrance on Clydesdale Street. Taxi services can be accessed via TrainTaxi, an online platform, offering a convenient way for passengers to plan further travel. Bus routes are also easily accessible, with comprehensive information available at Traveline Scotland for those looking to explore more of the scenic Scottish landscape.

Popular Routes and Destinations

Whether you are heading to Glasgow Central or exploring further afield to cities like Edinburgh, Hamilton West offers numerous travel opportunities. Regular train services connect commuters to bustling city centers and peaceful suburban stations alike. The station is a hop away from Glasgow's busy hubs like Argyle Street and Queen Street, while also linking travelers to vibrant urban settings such as Partick and Paisley Gilmour Street. Those venturing further might favor routes to Edinburgh or Larkhall, providing excellent opportunities for both work and leisure travel.

For the academically inclined or those wishing to explore Glasgow's cultural hotspots, the Exhibition Centre is merely a short journey away. Similarly, if you're eyeing a more leisurely pace of life, the calm of Rutherglen or Cambuslang awaits you. There's a train journey to suit every need.

Plan Your Journey

Ready to explore? With Hamilton West as your starting point, planning your next journey is just a few clicks away. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading for a weekend adventure, or simply enjoying a leisurely scenic trip through Scotland, this station is a good place to start your journey. Be sure to check schedules and ticket options suited to your travel needs, and set off with confidence from a station that understands its commuters.

Hamilton West makes it easy to book and manage your travel plans, with online ticketing collecting options and staff available to assist with any questions. So why wait? Let the tracks lead the way to your next destination.

Hamilton West Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:06:20 to 20:04
Saturday:06:20 to 20:04
Sunday:
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets from the Ticket Office

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday:06:20 to 20:04
Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 21:00

ScotRail Lost Property Information

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms.

Please take care when boarding/alighting the train at this station, as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other platforms.

Blue Badge parking bays: 2

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday:06:20 to 20:04
Sunday:

Part of ticket office

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday:06:20 to 20:04
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

Available during Ticket Office opening hours.

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting rooms
Monday:06:20 to 20:04
Sunday:

Part of ticket office

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorNone
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces41
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces16
Type of StorageLockers, Stands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Hamilton West Station

All you need to know about Hamilton West's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Clydesdale Street.

Please click on the link below for the exact bus pick up location:-

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visit www.traintaxi.co.uk for details of taxis available for hire

for details of bus services, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours)

Live Departures and arrivals from Hamilton West Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Hamilton West station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

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