The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Bothwell
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bothwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bothwell will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Bothwell every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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 to Bothwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bothwell trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:48 Glasgow | 0h21 | 07:09 Blantyre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:57 Glasgow | 0h21 | 07:18 Blantyre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:18 Glasgow | 0h22 | 07:40 Blantyre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:27 Glasgow | 0h22 | 07:49 Blantyre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:48 Glasgow | 0h22 | 08:10 Blantyre | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Bothwell
Trains from Glasgow to Bothwell run on average 12 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 12m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Bothwell trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Bothwell 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 Bothwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Bothwell 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 Bothwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Bothwell
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 23:10 Saturday 06:25 - 23:10 Sunday 08:25 - 23:25 RJIS - Before 0900 and after 1930 day of travel tickets only - no advance purcha
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- 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 on Minerva Street
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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