4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Livingston
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Livingston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Livingston will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Glasgow for Livingston on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Livingston
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Livingston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 46 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Livingston train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Livingston trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:59 AM Glasgow | 0h52 | 6:51 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:07 AM Glasgow | 0h42 | 7:49 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Livingston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Livingston run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 42m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 05:38 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry from Glasgow to Livingston trainsScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Glasgow and Livingston 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 to Livingston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Livingston 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 Livingston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Glasgow, you have various train station options to start your route from including Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Charing Cross (Glasgow) and High Street (Glasgow). When arriving in Livingston, you can end your journey in train stations like Livingston North and Livingston South.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Central, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Livingston North, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Livingston
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Alexandra Parade in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 20:49 Saturday 07:10 - 20:49 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Inside ticket office on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Great Western Road
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station car park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the top of stairs entrance to Platform 1
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms, narrow platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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