Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

28 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

29 m

Trains on 18 Sept

39

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) 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 Linlithgow station (LIN) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 39 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN), including 37 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 29 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.

  • ScotrailL87890
    10:450h30
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    11:15Linlithgow station (LIN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87845
    9:150h31
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    9:46Linlithgow station (LIN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87861
    9:450h31
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    10:16Linlithgow station (LIN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87829
    8:450h31
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    9:16Linlithgow station (LIN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87875
    10:150h30
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    10:45Linlithgow station (LIN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 43 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£16

Average Price

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£40

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN):

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) costing on average £16.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) is by train with an average journey time of 30m.

Other travel options to Linlithgow station (LIN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Linlithgow station (LIN) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 15m faster (30m by train vs 45m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £40). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Scotrail.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailL87757
On time
6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h28
6:28 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87774
On time
6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h32
7:17 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87785
On time
7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
7:45 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87797
On time
7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
8:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87829
On time
8:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h31
9:16 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87845
On time
9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h31
9:46 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87875
On time
10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
10:45 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87890
On time
10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
11:15 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87904
On time
11:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
11:45 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87922
On time
11:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
12:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87930
On time
12:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
12:45 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW82909 · C15384
On time
12:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h46
13:04 Linlithgow station (LIN)
1 change
ScotrailL87938
On time
12:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
13:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87945
On time
13:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
13:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14763
On time
13:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
14:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87969
On time
14:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h28
15:13 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87977
On time
15:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
15:45 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87985
On time
15:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
16:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87994
On time
16:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
16:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88003
On time
16:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h32
17:17 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88013
On time
17:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h31
17:46 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87764
On time
18:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
18:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87777
On time
18:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h32
19:17 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87744
On time
19:10 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h42
19:52 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87787
On time
19:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
19:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87808
On time
20:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h31
20:46 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87824
On time
20:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
21:15 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87839
On time
21:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
21:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW82798 · W83237
On time
21:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
22:07 Linlithgow station (LIN)
1 change
ScotrailL87869
On time
22:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h32
22:47 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87884
On time
22:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h30
23:15 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87898
On time
23:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
23:44 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87914
On time
23:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h29
0:14 Linlithgow station (LIN)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN)

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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 26m.

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
43 km
Average train duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
26m
First train
5:45
Last train
22:15
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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 from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Linlithgow station (LIN) 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 Scotrail Duration
26m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£15
Scotrail frequency
6 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

FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) 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 Linlithgow station (LIN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 26m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) is 43 km.
The first train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) departs at 22:15.
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Linlithgow station (LIN). The service operates 11 times per day, provided by Scotrail.
To get from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgow is scenic, offering views of the Scottish countryside, including rolling hills and picturesque landscapes as it passes through the Lowlands.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgow, as the journey takes only 26m and covers 43 km. The frequency is 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN).

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Linlithgow station (LIN)

Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Linlithgow station (LIN) trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgow station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Linlithgow station (LIN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Linlithgow
Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre

Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min

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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