The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 6 trains that leave Aberdeen station (ABD) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.
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Compare train and coach for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 194 km
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3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:08 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h40 | 22:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Y66926 | On time 05:30 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h58 | 08:28 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y65998 · Y66729 | On time 05:57 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h19 | 09:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
Y66929 | On time 06:39 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h42 | 09:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y66933 | On time 07:24 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h51 | 10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23291+ Y66935 | On time 07:52 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h01 | 10:53 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
Y66937 | On time 08:35 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h45 | 11:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 21:06 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen station (ABD) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- 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

