The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Saltcoats
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
40 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
40 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Saltcoats is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Saltcoats will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Glasgow to Saltcoats, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
8:400h40Glasgow9:20Saltcoats£111One-way0 changes
8:400h40Glasgow9:20Saltcoats£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Saltcoats
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Saltcoats among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 42 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (43m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Saltcoats train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Saltcoats trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 Glasgow | 0h43 | 10:28 Saltcoats | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Saltcoats by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Saltcoats.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Saltcoats.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Saltcoats
Trains from Glasgow to Saltcoats run on average 8 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 43m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Saltcoats trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Saltcoats from £11. 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 Saltcoats train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Saltcoats
Most Glasgow to Saltcoats trains use the Glasgow Central to Saltcoats station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Saltcoats 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.
Which Saltcoats station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Saltcoats from Saltcoats city centre
Saltcoats train station facilities and services
Saltcoats has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saltcoats. 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 Saltcoats: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Saltcoats: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saltcoats: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Card only telephone, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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