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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
Showing times and prices for 15 Jun
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
57 km
Cheap tickets
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 £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh Airport every day 4 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 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
11:001h13Glasgow Central (GLC)12:13Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes- 8:071h08Glasgow Central (GLC)9:15Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 7:071h08Glasgow Central (GLC)8:15Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 15:531h26Glasgow Central (GLC)17:19Edinburgh Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 8:071h08Glasgow Central (GLC)9:15Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 7:071h08Glasgow Central (GLC)8:15Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 11:001h13Glasgow Central (GLC)12:13Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 15:531h26Glasgow Central (GLC)17:19Edinburgh Airport£191One-way0 changes
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 coach which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 57 km
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£19 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m 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, Sunday 14 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69096 | 10:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h19 | 11:19 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| L87885 · C14986+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 11:29 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87885 · W83249+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h17 | 11:32 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
| W69106+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h25 | 11:55 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| L87900 · W83191+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 11:48 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
 G01155+C15216 | On time 10:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h19 | 12:14 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| G01155+W83252 | On time 10:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h21 | 12:16 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| W69109+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h20 | 12:20 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| L87917 · C14989+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h13 | 12:28 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87917 · W83254+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h16 | 12:31 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
| W69118+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h23 | 12:52 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87926 · W83197 | 11:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 12:47 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
| L87926 · C15218+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h30 | 13:15 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69123 | 12:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 13:22 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87934 · W83262 | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h20 | 13:35 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
| L87934 · C15255+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h30 | 13:45 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| C15581 · C15220 | 12:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h58 | 14:14 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69128 | 12:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h21 | 13:51 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87942 · W83203 | 12:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 13:47 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 2 changes | |
| L87942 · C15220+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h29 | 14:14 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87950 · C14994 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h18 | 14:33 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87958 · C15224+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h33 | 15:18 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87966 · C14997+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 14:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 15:29 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| W84239 · C15227 | 14:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h56 | 16:14 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87974 · C15227+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 14:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h29 | 16:14 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87990 · C15230 | 15:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h30 | 17:15 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L88000 · C15004+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 16:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 17:29 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| W84213 · L87579 | 16:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h43 | 17:59 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L88010 · L87579+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 16:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 17:59 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87747 · C15006+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 17:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 18:29 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87761 · W68739+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 17:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h21 | 19:06 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87769 · C15260+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 18:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h31 | 19:46 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| W84192 · W68682 | 18:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h50 | 20:06 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87780 · W68682+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 18:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h21 | 20:06 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| L87811 · C15238+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 19:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h37 | 21:22 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 2 changes | |
| W84281 · C14980 | 20:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h50 | 22:06 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| G00672+C15240 | 21:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 22:22 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 57m.
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 £5
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £5
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.
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 Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£13
Scotrail frequency
19 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 Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£18
CrossCountry frequency
2 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
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport is 57 km.
The first train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport departs at 21:45.
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
To get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Airport offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of the River Clyde, rolling hills, and quaint Scottish towns, providing a pleasant and varied scenic experience.
A day trip from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Airport is feasible with a travel duration of 57m and a distance of 57 km. Trains operate frequently with 18 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Edinburgh Airport
Glasgow
Edinburgh
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- 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
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- 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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