Edinburgh to Glasgow train with Scotrail

Sun 04 Oct
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct

Cheapest price on 04 Oct

£14

Average ticket price on 04 Oct

£18

Fastest journey on 04 Oct

47 m

Average journey duration on 04 Oct

47 m

Trains on 04 Oct

61

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

On Sun 04 Oct, we found 61 trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow, including 61 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 47 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.

  • CrossCountryK68016
    19:131h02
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    20:15Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87851
    9:300h56
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:26Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailC15013
    8:361h20
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    9:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87835
    9:000h54
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    9:54Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87804
    8:000h56
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    8:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow

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Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
67 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
43m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:53
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Live departures

Edinburgh to Glasgow train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailW84223
On time
5:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h36
7:28 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87754
On time
6:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h49
6:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68983
On time
6:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
7:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00693
On time
6:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h59
7:24 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882306:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h16
7:52 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689916:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h19
7:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84228
On time
6:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h30
8:28 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69000
On time
7:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h24
8:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL877827:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
8:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC150517:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h24
9:01 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW682657:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h15
8:57 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL877937:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
8:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC148937:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h05
9:04 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689298:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
9:29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878128:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
9:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84198
On time
8:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h27
9:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689378:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h19
10:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147418:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
9:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882378:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h03
10:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68944
On time
9:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
10:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84243
On time
9:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h29
10:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68951
On time
9:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h19
11:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147459:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
10:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882409:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h11
11:07 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15029
On time
10:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
11:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1474710:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
11:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14667
On time
10:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h06
11:26 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8420810:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h29
11:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1474810:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h48
11:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1503010:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h19
12:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475010:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
11:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8824510:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h14
12:12 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475111:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h49
11:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68965
On time
11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
12:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1558711:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h27
12:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475311:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
12:23 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15008
On time
11:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
13:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475511:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
12:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87115
On time
11:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h34
13:24 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8824911:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h05
13:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475612:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h46
12:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6889712:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
13:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8792712:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
13:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8418612:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h27
13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8793112:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
13:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6890712:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
14:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475712:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
13:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88252
On time
12:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h15
14:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8793913:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h48
13:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6891513:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
14:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8794413:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
14:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84233
On time
13:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h27
14:53 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1476013:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h47
14:17 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6892213:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h19
15:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1476113:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
14:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87113
On time
13:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h13
15:02 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88257
On time
13:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h13
15:08 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8795514:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h48
14:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6893114:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h18
15:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8420114:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h28
15:56 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1476514:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
15:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6893814:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h18
16:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1476614:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88261
On time
14:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h13
16:09 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1476815:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
15:53 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69022
On time
15:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
16:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87976
On time
15:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
16:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84245
On time
15:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h30
16:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87979
On time
15:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h45
16:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1505815:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h17
16:57 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1477215:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
16:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14670
On time
15:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h07
16:57 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1489515:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h11
17:07 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1477416:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h45
16:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6904316:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
17:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1477616:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
17:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8421116:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h30
17:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87995
On time
16:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h48
17:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6905016:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h17
17:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8800216:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h54
17:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88269
On time
16:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h11
18:08 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1477917:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h49
17:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68972
On time
17:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h10
18:31 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15590
On time
17:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h30
18:57 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14782
On time
17:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h49
18:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1503717:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h17
19:01 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14668
On time
17:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h40
19:31 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1558517:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h31
19:27 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14784
On time
18:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h46
18:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1503918:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
19:29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8776318:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
19:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8428718:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
19:51 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW83839
On time
18:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h22
19:51 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87109
On time
18:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h26
19:57 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6899318:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
20:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1489819:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h10
20:10 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8778419:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h49
20:04 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1504619:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h20
20:44 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15591
On time
19:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h26
20:55 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8779519:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
20:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69010
On time
19:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h24
21:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryK6784920:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h00
21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8780220:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h50
21:05 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1505520:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h18
21:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8427320:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
21:54 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8781820:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h52
21:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69018
On time
20:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h24
22:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1474221:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h50
22:05 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryK6784821:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h59
22:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69023
On time
21:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
22:46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84235
On time
21:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h25
22:51 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87849
On time
21:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h51
22:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6903421:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h23
23:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6904622:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h29
23:52 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8427422:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h32
23:59 Glasgow Central (GLC)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6905322:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h13
0:05 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84250
On time
22:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h21
0:20 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow

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Advantages
Iconvery favourable
Icongreat atmosphere
I really enjoyed the journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow. The train was on time and I arrived in Glasgow on time. The toilets were very clean. They paid attention to hygiene and a lot of things were disinfected. There was a table showing where I was. There was a lot of choice when it came to food and the food was very tasty. The staff were very nice. Food was also provided. On the train, the atmosphere was great. The seats were very comfortable as there were reclining seats. The wifi was very good and I had access to electricity at my seat. I definitely recommend it as everything was fine. My ticket was very cheap.
Advantages
Icongreat atmosphere
It was the best decision to go on this trip during the Christmas season because the atmosphere was great and the staff were motivated and in a very good mood. The trip in Scotland was in the normal class. There was a special Christmas dinner and also special menus. Then there was also a Christmas milk drink, which was very tasty. On top of all that, hygiene was included and everything was clean. Of course, punctuality was also a must. A great trip, it was a very good experience, I can really only recommend it and would repeat it 100 per cent.
Advantages
IconPlenty of choice of dishes.
This trip was a trip that was abroad. That was also a great experience. When I was on the train, I took a look at the menu and immediately noticed that foreign dishes were on offer. My meal was also very tasty. There were also vegetarian dishes. What I also found very cool was that the train had a very nice neon colour on the outside and was also very nice on the inside. There was also a little activity, namely newspapers and blocks for drawing or painting. I also thought it was very cool that you could borrow books. There was also a lot of choice when it came to desserts. The train was also clean. I can happily recommend the whole thing. In general, it gets a well-deserved 5 out of 5 stars. My ticket was also relatively cheap.
Advantages
Icongreat atmosphere
I really enjoyed this trip in Scotland. The staff were very friendly and humorous. Attention was paid to hygiene, for example disinfectant. The toilets were also clean. The food was OK. I had good wifi and full signal. The atmosphere was great and the view from the window was also great. I can commend the trip to others, as there was nothing I didn't like. I also like the fact that the seats were very comfortable and the power sockets were right by the seat. There was also a dining table, which was cosy. My ticket was also cheap.
Advantages
IconNice staff
It was a great ride. I had wifi and multiple power outlets at my seat. My seat was very comfortable. The volume on the train was very reasonable and pleasant. The staff were very nice and there were many menus, some vegan. We were always informed where we were, which I thought was great! On the train, it was, see clean and especially the toilets. The train arrived on time and there were no changes. I can recommend the trip to everyone, because everything was just right. Great trip!
Advantages
IconFast free wifi
IconBuilt-in sockets
IconComfortable seats
Disadvantages
IconSlight delay on arrival
IconPartly unfriendly guests
The train journey from Edinaburgh to Glasgow was an average experience. The train was equipped with modern amenities such as power sockets and wifi, but the comfort of the seats was not particularly outstanding. The cleanliness of the train was okay, but there were a few stains here and there. The service was average, the staff was polite but not particularly attentive. Overall, the train journey was okay, but not outstanding.
Advantages
IconPleasant ride
This trip back in Scotland was super, as there was nothing I didn't like. My train arrived on time and I was smiled at by the staff as soon as I boarded. The staff were very very nice to me and also very good about service. I felt comfortable when I used the toilets. The food was very tasty and my wifi was very good . I had a power socket at my seat, or rather several power sockets at my seat, which worked without any problems. I can definitely recommend the trip as my ticket was also cheap. Also, Glasgow is very beautiful.
Advantages
Iconvery favourable
It was a great trip in Scotland at the time. The train in Edinburgh was very, very clean and cultural. Also, a lot of attention was paid to hygiene and the passengers showed empathy. The staff were very friendly. The wifi was very good and my view was great. In addition, the staff looked after me all the time and asked if everything was OK, which I thought was great. My train also arrived on time, of course. I can only recommend the trip because everything was taken care of. On top of that, Glasgow is very beautiful.
Advantages
IconVery clean train
Disadvantages
IconTrain was 10 minutes late
It was a very good ride in second class. The train was very clean and so were the toilets. The only thing I didn't like was that the train was 10 minutes late. But it was very good value for money. I am very happy to recommend it. I also ordered food and the food was very tasty. I even had wifi the wifi was very good I would love to go again. I recommend it to others.
Advantages
IconVery nice staff
It was a great train ride. I had my own power socket at my seat. My seat was very comfortable and the train was very quiet. I was in second class. When I got on the train, the staff smiled at me. My meal tasted very good. It was great value for money. I can recommend it to others because I liked the food very much. My tea was also very tasty! The train also arrived on time and the journey didn't take long.
Advantages
IconSimple online booking
Disadvantages
Iconpoor wifi
The ticket was very easy to book and the seats were very comfortable and the volume was pleasant. However, the wifi was not so good. The people there were very friendly and helpful. The hygiene was quite good and the toilets were clean and didn't smell. The train was a little late, but that wasn't a problem as it was only a few minutes. I also didn't have to change trains and got to my destination quickly.
Advantages
IconSimple booking
Disadvantages
IconExpensive
In my opinion, the journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow was very expensive, but the journey was very pleasant and I arrived at my destination quickly without any problems. The booking was very easy and I was able to book a ticket without having to change trains. I really liked the very clean toilets. As well as the good wifi, which allowed me to watch films without any problems.
Advantages
IconFast arrival
Disadvantages
IconExpensive
In my opinion, the train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow was very expensive. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed the journey because the wifi worked perfectly the whole way. I also liked the toilets because they were very clean. My favourite thing was that I was able to book my ticket very easily online and had no problems. I also really liked the fact that I didn't have to change trains on my journey and was able to reach my destination quickly.
Advantages
IconShort journey duration
Disadvantages
IconExpensive
What I really liked about my journey was that I was able to book my ticket very easily online without any problems. I also liked the fact that the train was not delayed and I was able to reach my destination quickly. My favourite thing was that I found a ticket that didn't require me to change trains, but it was quite expensive. I was also impressed by the good wifi and the clean toilets
Advantages
IconFavourable
Disadvantages
IconNo wifi
What I really liked about this approach was that I could book my ticket very easily. I also liked the fact that my ticket was very cheap and that I reached my destination quickly. I also liked the fact that I didn't have to change trains. I was also impressed by the clean toilets and the clean floors. However, I didn't like the fact that the wifi didn't work and I couldn't watch films.
Advantages
IconThe staff took me everywhere
IconDeparted and arrived on time
Disadvantages
IconCool temperature
I knew my way around Edinburgh a bit, but the railway workers took me everywhere. The TPE 21 also left and arrived on time, which was important for me as I had an appointment. The journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street was without changing trains and only took 50 minutes. There were no power sockets, but wifi was available. There was no lack of hygiene either; the toilets and the rest of the train were clean and tidy.
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IconTrain was clean
IconBooking was possible online and easy to complete
IconFast train
Disadvantages
IconTrain station was rather dirty
IconVentilation was unfortunately defective
IconFloor was dirty
I opted for a train at 10.15am, which travels directly to Glasgow. The journey takes just under 50 minutes and the trains run throughout the day until late at night. I booked my ticket online via the Scotrail website. For this journey I chose an off peak ticket as I was travelling off peak, which gave me a cheaper price for the return journey.
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IconCleanliness
IconPrice
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IconAir conditioning system
Our train journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow was generally positive. The price for the journey was very fair and we were impressed by the cleanliness of the train - everything was neat and tidy. One small drawback was the air conditioning, which didn't work properly, so it was a bit stuffy in some places. Nevertheless, the journey was relaxing and you really can't complain about the value for money. Overall, a worthwhile and comfortable way to travel between cities.
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IconBeautiful equipment
IconBeautiful view
IconFast
IconGood catering
The train journey was very pleasant. For me as a tourist, the large windows on the train were ideal as I could enjoy the beautiful view. The train journey also went quite quickly. You also got very good food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. You have to change trains once, but there were no major complications. The journey took a good 1 hour 30 minutes.
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IconWell maintained
IconGood service
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I travelled from Edinburgh Waverly to Glasgow Queen street on the Scotrail p80439 and it was a very pleasant experience. The train is kept very clean and very comfortable. If you ever need to charge your mobile phone, the train has plenty of power sockets as well as wifi, which is also free.

Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Glasgow trainsScotrail, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Glasgow from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Scotrail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
44m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£17
Scotrail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
57m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£13
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
43m
Cheapest Lumo Price
£18
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£10
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Glasgow

Things to do in Glasgow

Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.

  • Must visit

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.

  • Must visit

Riverside Museum

Riverside transport museum in a striking modern building, with vintage vehicles, street displays and exhibits on Glasgow’s industrial past.

  • Recommended

The Mackintosh House

Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s house museum, presenting Arts and Crafts interiors and furnishings that reveal his domestic design ideas.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Electrification of the main line from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street means train travel between Scotland's two largest cities is fast and convenient. There are frequent direct services seven days a week, taking around 50 minutes on average for the trip west. Additional slower services offer connections from the capital to Glasgow Central Station. Trains operate from early morning to late at night.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

Scotland's rail franchise Scotrail operates all the direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street. In addition, Scotrail and Cross Country Trains provide daily direct connections from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central Station on an alternative route via West Lothian and Lanarkshire.

How long is the train from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street take 42 minutes to cover the 48 mile route west from the capital. Most trains on this line take up to ten minutes longer to reach Glasgow. Direct services from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central Station take between one hour and one hour and 35 minutes.

How many trains are there from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

There are daily direct trains to Glasgow from Edinburgh roughly every 15 minutes. The majority are services to Queen Street Station, with departures to Central Station roughly once an hour. Departures begin in early morning and end just after 11:00 p.m. Sunday schedules are less frequent, with a first departure to Queen Street in the morning leaving Edinburgh around 8:00 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

Departure train station: Edinburgh Waverley Station is where all trains will depart. Located in the city centre, Waverley Station has numerous public transport connections from bus and tram stops on Princes Street, with a 24 hour airport shuttle service from Waverley Bridge. Facilities on the station concourse include a pub, food supermarket, coffee shops, left luggage desk and taxi ranks.

Arrival train station: Passengers will alight at either Glasgow Queen Street or Glasgow Central Station. Queen Street Station is on the east side of central Glasgow, with Subway train connections available from the adjacent Buchanan Street Station. Central Station is in the city centre, with bus links from stops on Argyle Street and Subway trains available from nearby St Enoch Station. Both stations have a pub, coffee shop, newsagents and taxi ranks.

FAQs: Edinburgh to Glasgow train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow covers a distance of 67 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Glasgow is 67 km.
The first train from Edinburgh to Glasgow leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Edinburgh to Glasgow departs at 23:53.
Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Glasgow.
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Glasgow. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Lumo.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Glasgow.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Glasgow is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), and it arrives at Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Booking trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow offers views of the Scottish countryside, passing through rolling hills and small towns, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Glasgow.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Glasgow

Most Edinburgh to Glasgow trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Edinburgh
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Edinburgh WaverleyPrinces St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre

BusUk090 · 12m · £0.89 · every ~32 min

Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services

Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.

HaymarketHaymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EYWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre

Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:

Train3m · £0.89
BusN44, N25, 26, 31, 33, 44, 25, 3, 4 · 6m · £0.89 · every ~114 min
N107, N113 · 7m · £0.89
TramT50 · 6m · £4 · every ~30 min

Haymarket train station facilities and services

Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.

Edinburgh ParkEdinburgh Park station, Cultins Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH11 4DFWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre

Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainEdinburgh - Dunblane, Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central, Edinburgh - Bathgate, Edinburgh - Milngavie, Edinburgh - Garscadden, Edinburgh - Stirling, Edinburgh - Airdrie, Edinburgh - Perth, Edinburgh - Dalmuir · 4m · £2 · every ~9 min
Edinburgh - Dunblane, Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central, Edinburgh - Bathgate, Edinburgh - Milngavie, Edinburgh - Garscadden, Edinburgh - Stirling, Edinburgh - Airdrie, Edinburgh - Perth, Edinburgh - Dalmuir · 8m · £3 · every ~9 min
Bus2 · 24m · £2 · every ~10 min
TramT50 · 18m · £4 · every ~30 min

Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services

Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.

Tickets and information

Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, 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.

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