The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Nairn
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Nairn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Nairn will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Nairn on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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 train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Nairn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Nairn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €170.
Distance: 192 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€59 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €170 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Nairn train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Nairn trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:07 AM Glasgow | 3h43 | 1:50 PM Nairn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Nairn
Trains from Glasgow to Nairn run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 19:18 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Nairn trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Nairn from €9. 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 Nairn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Nairn 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 Nairn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Nairn
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- 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
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:10 - 15:14 Saturday 08:10 - 15:14 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. Level to platform 1, level access to platform 2 via Balbalair road (rough ground) and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilets can be electronically opened by staff in the Ticket Office. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- 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 station car park
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