The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James (PYJ) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Paisley St James (PYJ) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.


Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) trains for today, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h17 | 07:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 08:48. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 17m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 08:48 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James (PYJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James (PYJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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