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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh 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 train which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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: 57 km
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1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 15:17 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h12 | 15:42 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 9 December | |||||
| 07:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h15 | 08:30 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h12 | 09:12 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 14:30. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 14:30 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Edinburgh 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: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Edinburgh Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
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Information Desk
- 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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