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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh start from £21 with an average ticket price of £21.

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Fastest Journey
1 h 5 m
Average
6
Trains per day
67 km
Distance

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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Edinburgh

distanceDistance41 miles
durationAverage train duration45 min
priceAverage train ticket price£17 (€20)
frequencyTrain frequency50 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 36 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesScotRail, CrossCountry, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper

Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh cover the 41 miles long journey taking on average 45 min with our travel partners like ScotRail, CrossCountry, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £7, but the average price of train tickets is £17. Travellers depart most frequently from Glasgow Central and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

Train providers: ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast trains Glasgow to Edinburgh

You can travel by train to Edinburgh from Glasgow with ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast for as low as £8. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Train information from Glasgow to Edinburgh with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: £11
  • ScotRail frequency: 49 a day

FAQs: Glasgow to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Edinburgh is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Edinburgh train time is 45 min   covering the 41 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 05: 48. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 22: 45.
Yes, there are 36 direct trains a day from Glasgow to Edinburgh with ScotRail or Caledonian Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Glasgow to Edinburgh train with ScotRail, CrossCountry, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Edinburgh from Glasgow as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Glasgow to Edinburgh with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

When departing from Glasgow, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Charing Cross (Glasgow) and High Street (Glasgow). When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your route in train stations like Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Park.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Central, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Glasgow to Edinburgh is October.
You have options as you can travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Edinburgh

Glasgow
Edinburgh
Glasgow Central is the most popular Glasgow railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Glasgow for your journey to Edinburgh.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 09: 15 - 21: 30
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
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.
Glasgow Queen StreetWifiParkingAccessibility
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ParkingParking
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Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
Charing Cross (Glasgow)ShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
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ParkingParking
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Public transport options for Charing Cross (Glasgow)
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
High Street (Glasgow)ShoppingParkingAccessibility
Amenities at station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transport options for High Street (Glasgow)
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off in front of the station on High Street
Edinburgh Waverley is the most popular Edinburgh train station for Omio travellers, but Edinburgh has quite a few train hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main railway stations in Edinburgh for your journey from Glasgow.
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
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Public transport options for Edinburgh Park
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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