The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Clarkston
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Clarkston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Clarkston will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Clarkston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
9:350h18Glasgow9:53Clarkston£51One-way0 changes
9:350h18Glasgow9:53Clarkston£51One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Clarkston
Trains from Glasgow to Clarkston run on average 18 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 18m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Glasgow to Clarkston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Clarkston 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 Clarkston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Clarkston
Most Glasgow to Clarkston trains use the Glasgow Central to Williamwood station pair, with some services arriving at Clarkston. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Clarkston 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 Mount Florida from Glasgow city centre
Mount Florida is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mount Florida train station facilities and services
Mount Florida has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, 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 Mount Florida.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mount Florida.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mount Florida. 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 Mount Florida: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mount Florida: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mount Florida: 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 Island platform. 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.
Getting to Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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.
Which Clarkston station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Williamwood from Clarkston city centre
Williamwood is 1 km from Clarkston city centre. Public transport options include:
Williamwood train station facilities and services
Williamwood has practical services for this route, including 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 Williamwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Williamwood. 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 Williamwood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Williamwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Williamwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step-free - Stairs to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Card only telephone, 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.
Getting to Clarkston from Clarkston city centre
Clarkston train station facilities and services
Clarkston has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Clarkston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clarkston. 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 Clarkston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clarkston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clarkston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, 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.
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