The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport 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 International Airport will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
Y66754+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70845
Y71125 · Y70841
Y67144 · Y70845
Y66729+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70838
Y66729+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70838
Y66729+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70838
Y66729+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70838
Y66742+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y70841
Y66713+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y66291
Y66738+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Y68061Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 78 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y66754+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y70845 | On time 09:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 11:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
Y71163 · Y70849 | On time 09:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
Y66713+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y66291 | On time 08:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 09:39 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 2 changes | |
Y66725+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y70368 | On time 08:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 09:54 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 2 changes | |
Y71125 · Y70841 | On time 08:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 10:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
Y71125 · Y68061 | On time 08:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h56 | 10:24 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1 change | |
Y66729+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y70838 | On time 08:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h32 | 10:02 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 2 changes | |
Y66729+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y70838 | On time 08:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 10:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
Y66738+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y68061 | On time 08:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 10:24 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 2 changes | |
Y67144 · Y70845 | On time 08:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
Y67144 · Y66299 | On time 08:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h42 | 10:39 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1 change | |
Y66742+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Y70841 | On time 09:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 10:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport
Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 21:27 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Edinburgh and Glasgow International Airport from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Glasgow International Airport
- Car Park: No
- 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 single 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
- 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 Milton Road East-West bound
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- 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 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- 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 from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- Imperial Palace
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and level crossing
- 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
- 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 Kingsknowe Road South at level crossing
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near Carpark
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park entrance, Platform 2
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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