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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Giffnock
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£11
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
12 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
13 m
Trains on 05 Oct
21
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Giffnock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Giffnock will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 21 trains from Glasgow to Giffnock, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
6:120h14Glasgow6:26Giffnock£111One-way0 changes- 6:480h12Glasgow7:00Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 7:150h15Glasgow7:30Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 7:470h16Glasgow8:03Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 8:150h13Glasgow8:28Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 6:480h12Glasgow7:00Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 8:150h13Glasgow8:28Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 10:170h13Glasgow10:30Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 11:190h13Glasgow11:32Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
- 11:470h13Glasgow12:00Giffnock£111One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Giffnock
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Giffnock run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 13m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Glasgow to Giffnock train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Giffnock trains for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:18 Glasgow | 0h15 | 14:33 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 15:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 15:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:48 Glasgow | 0h15 | 16:03 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 16:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 17:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:18 Glasgow | 0h15 | 17:33 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 18:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 18:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:48 Glasgow | 0h15 | 19:03 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 19:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 20:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:18 Glasgow | 0h15 | 20:33 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 21:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 21:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:48 Glasgow | 0h15 | 22:03 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:17 Glasgow | 0h14 | 22:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:48 Glasgow | 0h13 | 23:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:18 Glasgow | 0h15 | 23:33 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 5 October | |||||
| 6:12 Glasgow | 0h14 | 6:26 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:48 Glasgow | 0h12 | 7:00 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:15 Glasgow | 0h15 | 7:30 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:47 Glasgow | 0h16 | 8:03 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Glasgow | 0h13 | 8:28 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:48 Glasgow | 0h16 | 9:04 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:18 Glasgow | 0h15 | 9:33 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:47 Glasgow | 0h14 | 10:01 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:17 Glasgow | 0h13 | 10:30 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:48 Glasgow | 0h16 | 11:04 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:19 Glasgow | 0h13 | 11:32 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:47 Glasgow | 0h13 | 12:00 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:17 Glasgow | 0h15 | 12:32 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:47 Glasgow | 0h13 | 13:00 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:18 Glasgow | 0h13 | 13:31 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:48 Glasgow | 0h15 | 14:03 Giffnock | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Glasgow to Giffnock train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Giffnock 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 Giffnock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Giffnock
Most Glasgow to Giffnock trains use the Glasgow Central to Whitecraigs station pair, with some services arriving at Giffnock. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Giffnock 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 Cathcart from Glasgow city centre
Cathcart is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Cathcart train station facilities and services
Cathcart has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathcart.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathcart. 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 Cathcart: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathcart: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathcart: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up to Island platform, 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.
Which Giffnock station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Whitecraigs from Giffnock city centre
Whitecraigs is 1 km from Giffnock city centre. Public transport options include:
Whitecraigs train station facilities and services
Whitecraigs 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 Whitecraigs.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitecraigs. 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 Whitecraigs: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitecraigs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitecraigs: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from ticket office onto platfrom 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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 Giffnock from Giffnock city centre
Giffnock train station facilities and services
Giffnock 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 Giffnock.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Giffnock. 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 Giffnock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Giffnock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Giffnock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Shawlands from Giffnock city centre
Shawlands is 2 km from Giffnock city centre. Public transport options include:
Shawlands train station facilities and services
Shawlands has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shawlands.
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 Shawlands: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shawlands: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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