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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

€25

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

46 m

Average duration

1 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Glasgow on Thu, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Y66729

08:30AM0h46

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

09:16AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Y71125

08:28AM1h27

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

09:55AMGlasgow Central (GLC)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Y66713

08:00AM0h53

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

08:53AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Y66725

08:15AM0h53

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

09:08AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Y68417

08:08AM1h23

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

09:31AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Train	Most popular Bus
€19 Average price	€8 Average price Cheapest
1h 36m Average duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 50m Average duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Edinburgh to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19

Last updated at 8:51 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y66713	On time 7:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0h53	7:53 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y68417	On time 7:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1h23	8:31 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y66725	On time 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0h53	8:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y71125	On time 7:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1h27	8:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 transfersDirect
Y66729	On time 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0h46	8:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y68424	On time 7:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1h19	9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to Glasgow is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to Glasgow route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Glasgow per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to Glasgow.

Trains

from €18

Buses

from €7

Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €5

Distance

66 km

Average train duration

1h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

€10

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

44m

First train

06:25

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €5

Train providers: ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast trains Edinburgh to Glasgow

You can travel by train to Glasgow from Edinburgh with ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast for as low as €12. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Edinburgh to Glasgow train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 46 min
Cheapest Price: €12
ScotRail frequency: 24 a day

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Edinburgh to Glasgow with East Coast:

Average Duration: 1 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: €18

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee. Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Caledonian Sleeper from Edinburgh to Glasgow train information:

Average Duration: 57 min
Cheapest Price: €95
Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Glasgow.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Glasgow is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Edinburgh to Glasgow train time is 44 min covering the 66 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Glasgow leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Glasgow leaves at 23: 53.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow without having to change trains with ScotRail. There are 10 direct trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Edinburgh to Glasgow, you can count on ScotRail, CrossCountry or LNER for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Edinburgh to Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 53.

When departing from Edinburgh, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Park. When arriving in Glasgow, you can end your journey in train stations like Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Charing Cross (Glasgow) and High Street (Glasgow).

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Central, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Glasgow from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 44 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow by train is November.

You have options as you can travel to Glasgow from Edinburgh 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Edinburgh

Glasgow

The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow.

Edinburgh Waverley Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

Lockers

You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: New Street: Long Stay

Dining

Bagel Factory
Burger King
Caffè Nero
Costa Coffee
JD Wetherspoon
The Pasty Shop
The Beer House
M&S
Pret a Manger

Taxis

Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.

Accessibility

Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.

National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel
Jurys Inn Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information booths are located on the concourse.

Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley

Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.

Haymarket

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

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

Public transit options for Haymarket

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station

Kingsknowe Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Kingsknowe station, Kingsknowe Road, Kingsknowe, City of Edinburgh, EH14 2JX

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Imperial Palace

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and level crossing
Ramp for train access: No
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
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

Public transit options for Kingsknowe

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Kingsknowe Road South at level crossing

Wester Hailes Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Car Rental

information

Address

Edinburgh EH14 3HR, UK

Distance to city center

6 km

Edinburgh Park Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Edinburgh Park station, Cultins Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH11 4DF

Distance to city center

7 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
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

Public transit options for Edinburgh Park

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate

Slateford

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BX

Distance to city center

4 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
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

Public transit options for Slateford