4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 19
64
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport 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 International Airport will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport without transferring at least once.
W84243 · W838989:26 AM2h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:34 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)€281One-way1 transfer- L88237 · W838908:58 AM1h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:34 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)€281One-way1 transfer
- W84198 · W685688:28 AM1h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:25 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way1 transfer
- C14893 · L873637:59 AM1h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:40 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way1 transfer
- L88237 · W838908:58 AM1h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:32 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way1 transfer
- L87979 · L87238+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central3:30 PM1h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:59 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)€281One-way2 transfers - C14756 · W83912+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:00 PM1h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:32 PMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way2 transfers
- L88237 · W838908:58 AM1h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:32 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way1 transfer
- C14667 · W8342010:20 AM1h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:54 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)€281One-way1 transfer
- C14756 · W83912+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:00 PM1h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:34 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)€281One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 78 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 21m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87770 · W83874 | Delayed 5:46 AM 6:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 8:34 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 transfer | |
| L87770 · W68556 | Delayed 5:46 AM 6:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 8:24 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1 transfer | |
| L87813+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W83411 | On time 8:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 9:54 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 2 transfers | |
| W84197 · W83890 | On time 8:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 10:34 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W84197 · W68569 | On time 8:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h56 | 10:24 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1 transfer | |
| L88236 · L87372 | On time 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h42 | 10:39 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1 transfer | |
| L88236 · W83894 | On time 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:04 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W84242 · W83897 | On time 9:27 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:34 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport trainsScotrail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Glasgow International Airport from €5. 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 Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Most Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Glasgow International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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.
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