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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 18
47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
50 m
Trains on Sep 18
18
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 18 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh, including 18 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 52 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.
L878298:45 AM0h50Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:35 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers- L878228:30 AM0h54Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:24 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- W689027:36 AM1h09Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- W688927:08 AM1h10Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:18 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- W699507:16 AM1h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:34 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- L877586:00 AM0h47Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:47 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- L878298:45 AM0h50Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:35 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- L878158:15 AM0h50Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:05 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- L877857:15 AM0h51Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:06 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
- L877977:45 AM0h52Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 66 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68967 | On time 1:08 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h24 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88009 | On time 5:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h59 | 5:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68952 | On time 5:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h09 | 6:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88013 | On time 5:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h51 | 6:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69972 | On time 5:17 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h19 | 6:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88016 | On time 5:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h54 | 6:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68957 | On time 5:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h23 | 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| L87758 | 6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h47 | 6:47 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69143 | 6:06 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h08 | 7:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69979 | 6:17 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h11 | 7:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68884 | 6:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h11 | 7:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87776 | 6:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h53 | 7:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69947 | 6:48 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h14 | 8:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68892 | 7:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h10 | 8:18 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87785 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h51 | 8:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69950 | 7:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h18 | 8:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87791 | 7:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h52 | 8:22 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68902 | 7:36 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h09 | 8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87797 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h52 | 8:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87806 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h53 | 8:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68912 | 8:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h22 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87815 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h50 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87822 | 8:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h54 | 9:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68979 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h15 | 9:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87829 | 8:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h50 | 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 44m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 5:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, Lumo, ScotRail from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, Lumo, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Edinburgh 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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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