The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 49 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Glasgow Central (GLC) every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
G006946:251h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:25Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
G0107520:191h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
G0108021:180h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:15Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
W842245:541h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:28Glasgow Central (GLC)£191One-way0 changes
W8419914:281h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:56Glasgow Central (GLC)£191One-way0 changes
G0108021:180h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:15Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
G006946:251h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:25Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:301h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:31Glasgow Central (GLC)£191One-way1 change
G0107520:191h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£141One-way0 changes
L8824811:561h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 67 km
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1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87114 | On time 11:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 13:26 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87928+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 12:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 13:23 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84188 | 12:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87936+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 12:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 13:50 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L88253 | 12:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h14 | 14:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87943+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 13:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 14:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84232 | On time 13:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 14:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87951+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 13:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h04 | 14:49 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C14672 | On time 13:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h12 | 15:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88256 | 13:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h16 | 15:12 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87959+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 14:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 15:20 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84199 | On time 14:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 15:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87967+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 14:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 15:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L88260 | 14:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h15 | 16:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87975+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 15:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 16:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84244 | On time 15:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 16:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87983+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 15:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 16:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C14669 | On time 15:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 17:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88264 | 15:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 17:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87991+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 16:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 17:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84210 | 16:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 17:58 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88268 | 16:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 18:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84261 | 17:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 18:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87104 | On time 17:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 19:14 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84216 | On time 17:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 19:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87755+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 18:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h03 | 19:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C14734+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 18:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 19:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84288 | On time 18:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 19:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14671 | On time 18:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 19:57 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87766+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 18:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h03 | 19:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L88274 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 20:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84268 | On time 19:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h24 | 20:54 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01075 | 20:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h03 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84272 | On time 20:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 21:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01080 | On time 21:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 22:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84234 | On time 21:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 22:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84277 | On time 22:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h33 | 23:59 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84249 | 22:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 0:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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W84224 | 5:54 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 7:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00694 | 6:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h00 | 7:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88231 | 6:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h24 | 7:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84227 | 6:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 8:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87781+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 7:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 8:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W68264 | 7:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 8:54 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88233 | 7:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 9:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87801+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 9:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L87813+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 9:23 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84197 | 8:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 9:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87816+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h01 | 9:31 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L87828+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 9:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L88236 | 8:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 10:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84242 | 9:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 10:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88241 | 9:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 11:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87873+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 11:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L87103 | 10:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 11:27 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84206 | 10:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 11:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87888+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 10:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 11:51 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
L88244 | 10:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 12:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87902+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 11:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 12:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84253 | 11:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 12:54 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88248 | 11:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 13:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 57m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 21:26 |
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- 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.
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