The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Cambuslang
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£20
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
20 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
20 m
Trains on 04 Oct
51
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Cambuslang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Cambuslang will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sun 04 Oct, we found 51 trains from Glasgow to Cambuslang, including 27 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
8:360h25Glasgow9:01Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
9:080h20Glasgow9:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
9:360h25Glasgow10:01Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
10:080h20Glasgow10:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
10:360h25Glasgow11:01Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
9:080h20Glasgow9:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
10:080h20Glasgow10:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
11:110h20Glasgow11:31Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
12:080h20Glasgow12:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
13:080h20Glasgow13:28Kirkhill£111One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Cambuslang
Trains from Glasgow to Cambuslang run on average 11 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 13m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Glasgow to Cambuslang train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cambuslang 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 Cambuslang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Cambuslang
Most Glasgow to Cambuslang trains use the Glasgow Central to Newton (Lanark) station pair, with some services arriving at Cambuslang. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Cambuslang 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.
Which Cambuslang station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Newton (Lanark) from Cambuslang city centre
Newton (Lanark) is 1 km from Cambuslang city centre. Public transport options include:
Newton (Lanark) train station facilities and services
Newton (Lanark) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newton (Lanark). 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 Newton (Lanark): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newton (Lanark): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton (Lanark): 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 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Kirkhill from Cambuslang city centre
Kirkhill train station facilities and services
Kirkhill 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 Kirkhill.
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 Kirkhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkhill: Bike Parking.
Getting to Cambuslang from Cambuslang city centre
Cambuslang train station facilities and services
Cambuslang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambuslang.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambuslang.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambuslang. 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 Cambuslang: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambuslang: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambuslang: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to lower ground platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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