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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 27 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£18
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
1 h 9 m
Trains on 27 Oct
3
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) 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.
On Tue 27 Oct, we found 3 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
12:091h05Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:14Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes- 7:081h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:19Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 8:081h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:19Edinburgh Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 12:091h05Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:14Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 8:081h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:19Edinburgh Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 7:081h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:19Edinburgh Airport£181One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 08:00. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 40m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 8:00 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
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Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport trip
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Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h11 | 8:19 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h11 | 9:19 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:09 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h05 | 13:14 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Scotrail, Lumo from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotrail, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Edinburgh Airport
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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