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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Cairnryan
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Cairnryan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Cairnryan will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Glasgow to Cairnryan you need to make at least one change.
L87395 · L8697913:303h26Glasgow Central (GLC)16:56Stranraer station (STR)£201One-way1 change- L87372 · L8696010:302h27Glasgow Central (GLC)12:57Stranraer station (STR)£201One-way1 change
- L87372 · L8696010:302h27Glasgow Central (GLC)12:57Stranraer station (STR)£201One-way1 change
- L87395 · L8697913:303h26Glasgow Central (GLC)16:56Stranraer station (STR)£201One-way1 change
Live departures
Glasgow to Cairnryan train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cairnryan trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 Glasgow | 2h27 | 11:57 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Glasgow | 2h27 | 12:57 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Glasgow | 2h26 | 15:56 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:15 Glasgow | 2h42 | 18:57 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 Glasgow | 2h30 | 23:00 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Cairnryan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Cairnryan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Cairnryan trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Cairnryan from £11. 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 Cairnryan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cairnryan 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 Cairnryan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Cairnryan
Most Glasgow to Cairnryan trains use the Glasgow Central to Stranraer station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Cairnryan 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 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.
Getting to High Street (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Street (Glasgow). 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 High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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