Glasgow to Edinburgh train with Scotrail

Mon, Oct 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 05

Cheapest price on Oct 05

€14

Average ticket price on Oct 05

€19

Fastest journey on Oct 05

45 m

Average journey duration on Oct 05

47 m

Trains on Oct 05

127

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow 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 to Edinburgh will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

On Mon, Oct 05, we found 127 trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh, including 127 direct services.

On Mon, Oct 05 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest trains will take 48 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.

  • ScotrailL87969
    2:45 PM0h47
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    3:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailW68982
    2:38 PM1h22
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    4:00 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailL87962
    2:15 PM0h50
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    3:05 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailL88259
    2:07 PM1h05
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    3:12 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailW68974
    2:07 PM1h17
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    3:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Edinburgh

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Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 44m.

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
67 km
Average train duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
44m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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

Live departures

Glasgow to Edinburgh train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ScotrailL87918
On time
11:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
12:20 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfersDirect
Monday, October 5
ScotrailL877576:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h47
6:47 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW691436:06 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h08
7:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842266:14 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h17
7:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699796:17 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h11
7:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW688866:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h11
7:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877746:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
7:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW298736:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h04
7:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699476:48 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h14
8:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842646:59 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h14
8:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC155997:05 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h21
8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW688947:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h10
8:18 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842317:13 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h36
8:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877857:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
8:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699507:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h18
8:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877917:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
8:22 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689027:36 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h09
8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877977:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
8:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699537:48 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h25
9:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011487:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h08
8:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878068:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
8:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882348:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h01
9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689128:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878158:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842668:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h32
9:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878228:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h54
9:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689798:38 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
9:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878298:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882389:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h11
10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878389:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h45
9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689889:09 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h25
10:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878459:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
10:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842039:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
10:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878539:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
10:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC150429:40 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
10:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL870939:43 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h17
11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878619:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h54
10:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8824210:02 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h08
11:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC1504910:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
11:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8787510:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
11:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW8421810:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h34
11:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW6901110:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h16
11:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8789010:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8824711:02 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h00
12:02 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW6901511:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h23
12:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8790411:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
12:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW8424711:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h28
12:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW6901911:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8792211:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
12:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8709511:45 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h16
1:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8825012:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h02
1:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW6902512:09 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
1:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8793012:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
1:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW8418912:19 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h25
1:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC1506012:42 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
1:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8793812:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
1:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882541:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h11
2:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689671:08 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h24
2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879451:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
2:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW841961:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h25
2:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689691:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC146661:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
3:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC147631:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
2:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882592:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h05
3:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689742:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
3:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879622:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
3:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842412:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h31
3:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689822:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
4:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879692:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h47
3:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882633:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h11
4:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699623:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
4:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689893:10 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h20
4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879773:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842053:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
4:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL870993:31 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h37
5:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689973:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
4:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879853:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
4:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882664:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h08
5:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW690054:08 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
5:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879944:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
5:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699674:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h26
5:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842144:19 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h37
5:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL879984:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h54
5:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689464:36 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h13
5:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL880034:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
5:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699704:47 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h16
6:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL880095:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h59
5:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882715:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h06
6:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689525:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h09
6:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL880135:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
6:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW699725:17 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
6:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842225:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h27
6:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL880165:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h54
6:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689575:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h23
7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877505:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
6:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882725:53 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h19
7:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC147326:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h55
6:55 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW690286:09 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
7:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW841946:14 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h38
7:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877646:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
7:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
LumoG256886:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
7:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877686:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
7:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW690396:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
8:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877776:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
7:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC150107:08 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h11
8:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL882767:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h02
8:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877877:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
8:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842707:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
8:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689057:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
8:58 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL877997:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
8:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL870927:45 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h16
9:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878088:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
9:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842828:16 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h38
9:54 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689138:25 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
9:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878248:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
9:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689218:54 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h18
10:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878399:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
10:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW689279:23 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h18
10:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW842789:26 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h23
10:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL878559:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
10:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC150229:56 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h24
11:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailC1559410:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h22
11:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8786910:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
11:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailW6894210:26 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
11:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect
ScotrailL8788410:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
11:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 transfersDirect

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Scotrail

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
44m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
€19
Scotrail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€14
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
49m
Cheapest Lumo Price
€20
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€11
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
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Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh

The rail line between Scotland's largest city and the capital is the busiest route for Scottish transport, ever popular with business travelers and vacationers.  Frequent trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh run seven days a week from very early morning to late at night. Journey times on the route from Glasgow Queen Street Station range from around 45 minutes to over an hour. Slower services from Glasgow Central offer an alternative route.

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

Scotland's national rail operator ScotRail offers all the direct trains on the electrified line from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley. ScotRail and Cross Country Trains also provide direct trains from Glasgow Central Station through Lanarkshire to Edinburgh.

How long is the train from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

The fastest connections on the 40-mile route east from Glasgow to Edinburgh are some ScotRail services from Glasgow Queen Street, taking just 47 minutes to reach the capital. Other services on this route take from 50 minutes to over an hour. Direct trains from Glasgow Central Station take from one hour and seven minutes to one hour and 30 minutes to reach Edinburgh.

How many trains are there from Glasgow to Edinburgh.?

The ScotRail weekday timetable provides trains from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley roughly every 15 minutes throughout the day, from very early morning to just before midnight. Scotrail and Cross Country Trains services from Glasgow Central operate at least once an hour, with a final service on this route just after 9:00 p.m.  Sunday schedules are less frequent, with the first train leaving Glasgow just before 8:00 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

Departure train station:  Glasgow Queen Street Station is on the east side of the city center, with transport connections available from nearby Buchanan Street  Subway and buses stopping on George Street and North Hanover Street. Central Station is in the heart of the city, served by buses on Hope Street and Union Street. Both stations have a pub, fast food outlets, ATMs and taxi stands.

Arrival train station:Edinburgh Waverley Station is in the heart of the city, served by local buses and trams stopping on Princes Street. The station concourse has a pub, food store, fast food restaurant, bakery and taxi stands.

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Edinburgh is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 44m to travel the 67 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Glasgow to Edinburgh with Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Lumo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Glasgow to Edinburgh, you can count on Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Lumo for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Edinburgh including taking a train and bus.

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Popular train stations from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Most Glasgow 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 and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh

Which Glasgow station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?

Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh leave from Glasgow Queen Street. The station is 1 km from Glasgow city centre at Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF.
Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre

Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · €2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · €1 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · €2 · every ~57 min

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.

Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre

Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · €2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · €2 · every ~57 min

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.

Charing Cross (Glasgow)Charing Cross station, Elmbank Crescent, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G2 3HWShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre

Bus15 · 8m · €2 · every ~8 min
N38, N3, N4, N26 · 51m · €7

Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services

Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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: No.

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