Edinburgh to Glasgow by train

Travelling from Edinburgh to Glasgow by train takes about 1h 03m, run by ScotRail. A quicker option we found is bus, at 54m.

A closer look at the Train journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Ticket price
€15

Omio catalogue, Oct 10 · For the route, not a chosen day

Total journey
1h 03m
Change
direct
Operator
ScotRail

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Edinburgh to GlasgowScotRail1h 03m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time1h 03m

Departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow

ScotRail runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:04 and the last at 11:44.

OperatorDepartures a dayFirstLast
ScotRail4006:0411:44

All departures

  • 06:04
  • 06:10
  • 06:18
  • 06:25
  • 06:32
  • 06:48
  • 06:51
  • 07:16
  • 07:19
  • 07:34
  • 07:46
  • 07:48
  • 07:50
  • 07:58
  • 08:02
  • 08:05
  • 08:18
  • 08:21
  • 08:35
  • 08:44
  • 08:51
  • 08:52
  • 09:02
  • 09:06
  • 09:19
  • 09:21
  • 09:35
  • 09:44
  • 09:49
  • 09:50
  • 10:03
  • 10:18
  • 10:21
  • 10:25
  • 10:43
  • 10:50
  • 11:03
  • 11:18
  • 11:20
  • 11:44

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Train facts for this route

These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.

Train operators
ScotRail
Timetable
First train at 06:04, last at 11:44, 40 a day with ScotRail.
Good to know
Direct train, no change on the way.

Before you travel

Which station?

The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.

Plan the change

The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10

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Edinburgh to Glasgow by train: common questions

How long does Edinburgh to Glasgow take by train?

About 1h 03m, with no transfer.

How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

Omio publishes €15 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.

Who runs the train from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

ScotRail. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the train or the bus better?

The bus is faster at 54m. It is cheaper too, at €5.

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