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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Musselburgh
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
76 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Musselburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Musselburgh will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Musselburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
21:151h05
Glasgow22:20Musselburgh
£221One-way
0 changes
08:001h16
Glasgow09:16Musselburgh
£231One-way
0 changes
06:301h17
Glasgow07:47Musselburgh
£231One-way
0 changes
21:151h05
Glasgow22:20Musselburgh
£221One-way
0 changes
08:001h16
Glasgow09:16Musselburgh
£231One-way
0 changes
06:301h17
Glasgow07:47Musselburgh
£231One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Musselburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Musselburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 76 km
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£23 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Musselburgh train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:14
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y66734 · Y71041 | On time 08:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h16 | 09:46 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Y66748 · Y67838 | On time 09:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h16 | 10:16 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Y66764 · Y71053 | On time 09:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h18 | 10:48 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Y66781 · Y71063 | On time 10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h34 | 11:49 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Y66794 · Y67853 | On time 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h31 | 12:16 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Y66805 · Y71013 | On time 11:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h32 | 12:47 Musselburgh station (MUB) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 06:30 Glasgow | 1h17 | 07:47 Musselburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Glasgow to Musselburgh?
The best time to book your train from Glasgow to Musselburgh is 5 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Glasgow to Musselburgh route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Glasgow to Musselburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Musselburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Musselburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 22:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Musselburgh trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Musselburgh from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£21
ScotRail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Glasgow to Musselburgh train
FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh.
The train distance from Glasgow to Musselburgh is 76 km.
To get from Glasgow to Musselburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Musselburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Musselburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Glasgow to Musselburgh covers a distance of 76 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Musselburgh is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The first train from Glasgow to Musselburgh leaves at 5:54.
The last train from Glasgow to Musselburgh departs at 22:54.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Musselburgh is Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), and it arrives at Musselburgh station (MUB).
Trains from Glasgow to Musselburgh run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Musselburgh
Glasgow
Musselburgh
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Anderston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Anderston for your trip from Glasgow to Musselburgh.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:30 Saturday 06:30 - 23:30 Sunday 09:46 - 18:16 Scottish Bookings only
Parking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Anderston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Argyle Street, outside the Marriot Hotel
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
AccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground 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
Public transport options for Argyle Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 13:39 Saturday 06:35 - 13:39 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only Proposal to alter hours
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Cathcart
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Delvin Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Corkerhill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Corkerhill Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Crossmyloof
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Titwood Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:14 Saturday 06:30 - 20:14 Sunday 08:25 - 16:05
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Drumchapel
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Garscadden Road bus terminus
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
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.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
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
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:15 Scottish Bookings only
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- 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
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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Partick
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
The major train station for arrivals in Musselburgh is Musselburgh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Musselburgh for your journey to Musselburgh from Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Musselburgh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the mini roundabout before the railway bridge, Whitehill Farm Road
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