The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
73
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 73 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
K614656:481h04Glasgow Central (GLC)7:52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£141One-way0 changes
K614637:481h07Glasgow Central (GLC)8:55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£141One-way0 changes
L882358:051h02Glasgow Central (GLC)9:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way0 changes
W842658:171h32Glasgow Central (GLC)9:49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way0 changes
C155839:171h27Glasgow Central (GLC)10:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way0 changes
C14752+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:450h59Glasgow Central (GLC)11:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way1 change
C1489410:021h00Glasgow Central (GLC)11:02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way0 changes
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L8795713:451h00Glasgow Central (GLC)14:45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way1 change
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
C1476914:451h00Glasgow Central (GLC)15:45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way1 change
L8825513:031h01Glasgow Central (GLC)14:04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 8m. 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: 67 km
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1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C15593 | Delayed 21:11 22:09Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 23:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84257 | On time 23:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h30 | 0:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
W84225 | 6:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h24 | 7:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61465 | 6:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 7:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84263 | 6:58 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h16 | 8:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15595 | 7:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84229 | 7:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h37 | 8:48 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61463 | 7:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 8:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88235 | 8:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 9:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84265 | 8:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h32 | 9:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88239 | 9:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 10:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15583 | 9:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h27 | 10:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14746+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 9:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 10:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87094 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h11 | 10:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14894 | 10:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h00 | 11:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14749+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 11:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84220 | 10:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h33 | 11:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87889+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 11:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14752+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h59 | 11:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87905+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 12:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88246 | 11:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h08 | 12:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14754+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 12:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84246 | 11:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h28 | 12:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87921+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h05 | 12:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87925+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 12:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87096 | 11:46 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h13 | 12:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87929+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 13:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88251 | 12:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 13:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87933+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h05 | 13:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84191 | 12:19 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h26 | 13:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14758+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 13:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14759+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 13:48 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88255 | 13:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h01 | 14:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87949+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h05 | 14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84195 | 13:19 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h22 | 14:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14762+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h05 | 14:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87098 | 13:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h20 | 15:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87957+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h00 | 14:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14764+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 14:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 15:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88258 | 14:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 15:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87965+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 14:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 15:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C15586 | 14:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h31 | 15:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14767 | 14:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 15:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14769 | 14:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h00 | 15:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14770+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 15:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 16:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88262 | 15:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h11 | 16:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14771+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 15:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 16:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84204 | 15:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h25 | 16:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14773 | 15:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 16:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87100 | 15:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h30 | 17:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14775 | 15:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 16:48 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87993 | 16:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h08 | 17:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14896 | 16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 17:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14777 | 16:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h01 | 17:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C15584 | 16:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h36 | 17:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14778 | 16:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 17:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14780 | 16:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h08 | 17:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L88014 | 17:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 18:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88270 | 17:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h10 | 18:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14783 | 17:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 18:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84221 | 17:19 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h25 | 18:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87751 | 17:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h09 | 18:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14733 | 17:45 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 18:47 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
C14897 | 18:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h10 | 19:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14735 | 18:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h03 | 19:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84193 | 18:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h33 | 19:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14738 | 18:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h05 | 19:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14739 | 19:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 20:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L88277 | 19:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 20:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84269 | 19:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h26 | 20:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87800 | 19:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h06 | 20:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87091 | 19:47 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h14 | 21:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87809 | 20:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h04 | 21:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84284 | 20:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h35 | 21:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 49m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 23:06 |
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- 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.
- 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.
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