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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Glenfinnan
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 29 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Glenfinnan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Glenfinnan will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 trains from Glasgow to Glenfinnan, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
11:224h29Glasgow15:51Glenfinnan£301One-way0 changes- 7:224h28Glasgow11:50Glenfinnan£521One-way0 changes
- 12:224h29Glasgow16:51Glenfinnan£531One-way0 changes
- 7:224h28Glasgow11:50Glenfinnan£521One-way0 changes
- 12:224h29Glasgow16:51Glenfinnan£531One-way0 changes
- 11:224h29Glasgow15:51Glenfinnan£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Glenfinnan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Glenfinnan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Glenfinnan:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Glenfinnan costing on average £48.
Other travel options to Glenfinnan take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 50m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 4h 29m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow to Glenfinnan train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Glenfinnan trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 Glasgow | 4h28 | 11:50 Glenfinnan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:22 Glasgow | 4h29 | 15:51 Glenfinnan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 Glasgow | 4h29 | 16:51 Glenfinnan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Glenfinnan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Glenfinnan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 19:06. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 19:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Glenfinnan trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Glenfinnan from £22. 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 Glenfinnan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Glenfinnan 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 Glenfinnan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Glenfinnan
Most Glasgow to Glenfinnan trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Glenfinnan station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Glenfinnan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Glenfinnan leave from?
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 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 Springburn from Glasgow city centre
Springburn is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Springburn train station facilities and services
Springburn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, 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 Springburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Springburn. 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 Springburn: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Springburn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Springburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to all 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.
Which Glenfinnan station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Glenfinnan from Glenfinnan city centre
Glenfinnan train station facilities and services
Glenfinnan 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 Glenfinnan.
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glenfinnan: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Glenfinnan: Bike Parking.
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