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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Kirkwall
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Kirkwall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Kirkwall will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Kirkwall 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 355 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Glasgow to Kirkwall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kirkwall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £69, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 355 km
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8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Kirkwall
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Trains from Glasgow to Kirkwall run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 16:51. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 7h 13m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 13m |
First train 06:58 |
Last train 16:51 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Kirkwall trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Kirkwall from £69. 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 Kirkwall train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Kirkwall
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- 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
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