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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
41 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
43 m
Trains on 07 Sept
24
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 24 trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB), including 24 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
W685568:150h45Glasgow Central (GLC)9:00Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes- L871168:340h41Glasgow Central (GLC)9:15Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W834047:450h46Glasgow Central (GLC)8:31Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W834016:451h04Glasgow Central (GLC)7:49Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W6857411:150h45Glasgow Central (GLC)12:00Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- L871168:340h41Glasgow Central (GLC)9:15Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W8359317:170h42Glasgow Central (GLC)17:59Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W8344116:450h43Glasgow Central (GLC)17:28Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- L8712116:520h43Glasgow Central (GLC)17:35Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
- W685568:150h45Glasgow Central (GLC)9:00Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB):
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 1m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (45m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68542 | 6:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h47 | 7:02 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83401 | 6:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 7:49 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68551 | 7:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h49 | 8:04 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83404 | 7:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h46 | 8:31 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68556 | 8:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 9:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87116 | 8:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h41 | 9:15 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68574 | 11:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 12:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83419 | 11:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 12:30 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68581 | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 13:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83424 | 12:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 13:30 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68586 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 14:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83427 | 13:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 14:30 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68603 | 16:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 17:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83441 | 16:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h43 | 17:28 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87121 | 16:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h43 | 17:35 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83593 | 17:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h42 | 17:59 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68608 | 17:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 18:19 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83446 | 17:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h52 | 18:37 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68620 | 20:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 21:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83461 | 20:47 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 21:32 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68623 | 21:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 22:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83468 | 21:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 22:30 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68627 | 22:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h47 | 23:00 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83475 | 22:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h45 | 23:30 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 40m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 7:34 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) 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: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) 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 Ardrossan South Beach (ASB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Ardrossan South Beach (ASB)
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) trains use the Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and Ardrossan South Beach (ASB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Ardrossan South Beach from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan South Beach is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan South Beach train station facilities and services
Ardrossan South Beach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan South Beach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardrossan South Beach. 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, Arrival screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan South Beach: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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