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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Aviemore
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€57
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 17
3
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Aviemore will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 trains from Glasgow to Aviemore, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
1:49 PM4h00Glasgow5:49 PMAviemore€351One-way0 transfers- 12:07 PM2h29Glasgow2:36 PMAviemore€671One-way0 transfers
- 11:07 AM2h29Glasgow1:36 PMAviemore€691One-way0 transfers
- 12:07 PM2h29Glasgow2:36 PMAviemore€671One-way0 transfers
- 11:07 AM2h29Glasgow1:36 PMAviemore€691One-way0 transfers
- 1:49 PM4h00Glasgow5:49 PMAviemore€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Aviemore
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Aviemore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a flight costs an average of €162.
Distance: 150 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price | €74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Aviemore:
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Aviemore costing on average €40.
A bus is €150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Aviemore costing on average €162.
Other travel options to Aviemore take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 50m.
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
Live departures
Glasgow to Aviemore train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Aviemore trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:07 AM Glasgow | 2h29 | 1:36 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:07 PM Glasgow | 2h29 | 2:36 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:49 PM Glasgow | 4h00 | 5:49 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Aviemore
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Aviemore run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Aviemore trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Aviemore from €8. 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 to Aviemore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Aviemore 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 Aviemore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Aviemore
Most Glasgow to Aviemore trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Aviemore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Aviemore leave from?
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 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 Pollokshields West from Glasgow city centre
Pollokshields West is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Pollokshields West train station facilities and services
Pollokshields West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pollokshields West.
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 Pollokshields West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pollokshields West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Aviemore station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Aviemore from Aviemore city centre
Aviemore train station facilities and services
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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