The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) 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 Mallaig station (MLG) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for Mallaig station (MLG) 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 160 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 47 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 160 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£48 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) trains for today, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y39641_Y74393 | 08:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 13:35 Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y39652_Y74397 | 12:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 17:43 Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y39673_Y74404 | 18:23 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h15 | 23:38 Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 18:23. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 08:08 |
Last train 18:23 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Mallaig station (MLG) from £24. 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 Mallaig station (MLG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Mallaig station (MLG) 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 Mallaig station (MLG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Mallaig station (MLG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 10:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed Winter opening hours Monday to Friday 10:00 - 1800
- Car Park: No
- 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Main Road after the station entrance
