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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Mallaig
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Mallaig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Mallaig will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Mallaig on Sun, Nov 30, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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 Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 159 km
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5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Mallaig train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Mallaig trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:22 AM Glasgow | 5h21 | 4:43 PM Mallaig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Mallaig
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Trains from Glasgow to Mallaig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 18:43 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Mallaig trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Mallaig from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
Trains from Glasgow to Mallaig
ScotRail operates two trains a day between Glasgow and Mallaig. All journeys involve one transfer at Crianlarich and take about five hours to complete. This trip is known to be one of the most scenic train trips in the world, crossing the River Clyde and traversing the remote Scottish Highlands, to the busy ferry port of Mallaig. Mallaig is still a working harbour and was once the UK's principal herring supplier.
Glasgow to Mallaig Train Times: Daily departures
The two trains operated by ScotRail depart every weekday and on Saturdays at around 8:20 a.m. and about 12:20 p.m. On Sundays, there is only one departure available at about 12:20 p.m. The trains run throughout the year with the same departures on offer through all the seasons.
How long is the journey by train from Glasgow to Mallaig?
Both daily departures result in journeys requiring one transfer at Crianlarich and take just over five hours to complete. The journey takes passengers through the Scottish Highlands and offers one of the most spectacular scenic train trips in the world, with its glorious views through the Scottish Highlands throughout the five-hour journey.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to Mallaig?
Departure train station: All trains from Glasgow to Mallaig depart from Glasgow's Queen Street station. The station is very central, located near Glasgow's George Square. The facilities at the station are limited but do include coffee and convenience shops. Provision has been made for disabled access and wheelchairs are available if required. Car parking is available, but not storage for bicycles. A taxi rank is situated outside the station, and an express bus service is available from the airport.
Arrival train station: Trains from Glasgow arrive at the Mallaig station. Mallaig is a busy ferry and fishing port, providing a base from which to explore the surrounding area, or to catch a ferry across to the Isle of Skye. The station is situated on Main Street in Mallaig. It is a small station with limited opening hours in the mornings and on weekdays only. There is a small food shop but no WiFi or convenience stores. Provision has been made for disabled access and wheelchairs are available if required. Mallaig is a small village, and there should not be a need for public transport or taxi services, with most journeys in the village easily walkable in a short amount of time.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Mallaig?
ScotRail is the only operator offering trains from Glasgow to Mallaig.
ScotRail Glasgow to Mallaig
ScotRail offers two trains each weekday, and on Saturdays, between Glasgow and Mallaig. Departures are at about 8:20 a.m. and about 12:20 p.m. daily. On Sunday, there is only one train between Glasgow and Mallaig, departing Glasgow at around 12:20 p.m. All journeys require one transfer at Crianlarich and take about five hours to complete.
Glasgow to Mallaig Trains: Services on board
Only standard travel is available on trains from Glasgow to Mallaig. A food service is available via a trolley on board the train, and passengers receive a free hot or cold drink (non-alcoholic) and a sweet or savoury snack. Drinking of alcohol is not permitted on ScotRail trains.
ScotRail allows each passenger one piece of hand luggage and two standard suitcases. Bicycles, prams and wheelchairs may be brought on board as long as they are folded up and stowed away. Passengers are permitted to be accompanied by their domestic animals, on leads or in a cage, and two animals per person are allowed free of charge. Any additional animals are charged at half a passenger fare each.
Disabled assistance is available but should be arranged prior to travel.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Mallaig?
It is best to purchase tickets for train travel between Glasgow and Mallaig online, through a booking site such as Omio. This allows easy purchase well in advance, and a guarantee of being made aware of discounts that apply to different days, months or seasons. Being flexible with travel date and time is the best way to grab discounts ahead of time, especially during off-peak periods. It is worth considering group travel as substantial discounts (up to 30%) are offered for travel by groups of 10 or more people.
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Mallaig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Mallaig 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 Mallaig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Queen Street, which is located around 0.6 miles (893 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Mallaig, located 0.5 miles (791 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Mallaig
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 23:30 Saturday 06:10 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:35
- Car Park: No
- 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 Island platform. 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
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Island Platform. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 on Clarence Drive
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:20 Sunday Closed
- 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 - stairs to 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
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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 on Victoria Road
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 13:39 Saturday 06:35 - 13:39 Sunday Closed
- 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 - stairs to 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 on Kingsbridge Drive
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 10:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed Winter opening hours Monday to Friday 10:00 - 1800
- Car Park: No
- 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 from the bus stop on Main Road after the station entrance
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