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Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Barrhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Barrhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Barrhead:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Barrhead costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Barrhead take longer:
Coach takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (17m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Barrhead.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Barrhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Barrhead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 11m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Barrhead trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Barrhead 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 to Barrhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Barrhead 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 Barrhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Barrhead
Most Glasgow to Barrhead trains use the Glasgow Central to Barrhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Barrhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Anniesland from Glasgow city centre
Anniesland is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Anniesland train station facilities and services
Anniesland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Anniesland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Anniesland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Anniesland. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Anniesland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Anniesland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Anniesland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Inside ticket office on platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Nitshill from Glasgow city centre
Nitshill is 8 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Nitshill train station facilities and services
Nitshill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nitshill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nitshill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nitshill: Bike Parking.
Which Barrhead station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Barrhead from Barrhead city centre
Barrhead train station facilities and services
Barrhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrhead. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to platforms 2 & 3 - lift to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 8, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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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