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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cairnryan to Glasgow
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€22
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€22
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 24 m
Trains on Aug 29
2
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cairnryan to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairnryan to Glasgow will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
It's difficult to get from Cairnryan to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
L86967 · L873779:00 AM2h26Stranraer station (STR)11:26 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€221One-way1 transfer- L86958 · L874091:05 PM2h21Stranraer station (STR)3:26 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€221One-way1 transfer
- L86958 · L874091:05 PM2h21Stranraer station (STR)3:26 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€221One-way1 transfer
- L86967 · L873779:00 AM2h26Stranraer station (STR)11:26 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cairnryan to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cairnryan to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 110 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€22 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cairnryan to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Cairnryan to Glasgow trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L86958 · L87410 | On time 1:05 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2h21 | 3:26 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L86985 · L87444 | On time 5:07 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2h25 | 7:32 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L86999 · L87468 | On time 7:04 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2h26 | 9:30 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| L86967 · L87377 | 9:00 AM Stranraer station (STR) | 2h26 | 11:26 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cairnryan to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cairnryan to Glasgow run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Cairnryan to Glasgow trainsScotrail trains will get you between Cairnryan and Glasgow from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cairnryan to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairnryan to Glasgow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cairnryan to Glasgow
Most Cairnryan to Glasgow trains use the Stranraer to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Cairnryan and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Argyle Street from Glasgow city centre
Argyle Street train station facilities and services
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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