4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Cheapest price on Sep 29
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 29
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 29
33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
33 m
Trains on Sep 29
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to East Kilbride is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to East Kilbride will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 1 trains from Glasgow to East Kilbride, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
9:18 AM0h33Glasgow9:51 AMEast Kilbride€61One-way0 transfers
- 9:18 AM0h33Glasgow9:51 AMEast Kilbride€61One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Glasgow to East Kilbride train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to East Kilbride trains for today, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:18 AM Glasgow | 0h33 | 8:51 AM East Kilbride | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:18 AM Glasgow | 0h33 | 9:51 AM East Kilbride | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to East Kilbride
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to East Kilbride run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 29m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Most Glasgow to East Kilbride trains use the Glasgow Central to East Kilbride station pair, with some services arriving at Hairmyres. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and East Kilbride 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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Crossmyloof from Glasgow city centre
Crossmyloof is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Crossmyloof train station facilities and services
Crossmyloof 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 Crossmyloof.
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 Crossmyloof: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Crossmyloof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which East Kilbride station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to East Kilbride from East Kilbride city centre
East Kilbride train station facilities and services
East Kilbride has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, 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 East Kilbride.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Kilbride.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Kilbride. 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 East Kilbride: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Kilbride: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Kilbride: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 14, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hairmyres from East Kilbride city centre
Hairmyres is 3 km from East Kilbride city centre. Public transport options include:
Hairmyres train station facilities and services
Hairmyres has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hairmyres.
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 Hairmyres: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hairmyres: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hairmyres: 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 single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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