- Must visit
The R&A World Golf Museum
Compact museum exploring the Royal and Ancient Game with clubs, trophies, and stories. Ideal for visitors interested in golf’s traditions.
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to St Andrews will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Glasgow to St Andrews you need to make at least 2 changes.
L87814 · L87543 · SR841200
C14746+
C01972+
SR858600
L87830 · C14629 · SR857900
C14709 · L87565 · SR857700
L88239 · L87551 · SR858400
L87830 · C14629 · SR857900
C14709 · L87565 · SR857700
C14740 · C14625 · SR857500
C14746+
C01972+
SR858600
L86913 · L87076 · SR860800Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to St Andrews 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 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 105 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to St Andrews trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87829 · C14628 · SR605000 | On time 8:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h02 | 10:47 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87838 · L87552 · SR605500 | On time 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h32 | 11:32 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87853+ C01971+ SR605700 | 9:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h20 | 11:50 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87930 · L87580 · SR607500 | 12:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h17 | 14:32 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L86913 · L87075 · SR607700 | On time 12:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h10 | 14:50 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87945 · L87590 · SR608200 | On time 13:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h20 | 15:35 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L86915 · L87079 · SR608300 | On time 13:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h04 | 15:44 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
C14763+ G80216+ SR608400 | On time 13:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h08 | 15:53 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
C14617+ C01989+ SR609000 | On time 14:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h02 | 16:41 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87824 · L87044 · SR561200 | On time 20:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h08 | 22:53 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87839 · L87573 · SR561400 | On time 21:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h18 | 23:33 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
C14740 · C14625 · SR857500 | 7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h08 | 9:53 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
C14709 · L87565 · SR857700 | 8:10 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h03 | 10:13 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
L87814 · L87543 · SR841200 | 8:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h18 | 10:33 St Andrews | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Glasgow to St Andrews run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of St Andrews — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Andrews trip today.
Compact museum exploring the Royal and Ancient Game with clubs, trophies, and stories. Ideal for visitors interested in golf’s traditions.
Wide avenue by the Old Course with classic golf views and easy access to the beach. Popular for photos and a relaxed stroll.
Broad sandy beach backed by dunes and famous golf scenery. Excellent for walks, sea air, and classic views of the town and coast.
Wide avenue by the Old Course with classic golf views and easy access to the beach. Popular for photos and a relaxed stroll.
Broad sandy beach backed by dunes and famous golf scenery. Excellent for walks, sea air, and classic views of the town and coast.
Medieval market street lined with university buildings, independent shops, and historic facades. One of the essential walks in the old town.
Scotland’s national dish of minced sheep offal with oats, suet and spices in a casing. A classic Burns supper favourite across Fife and St Andrews pubs.
Smoked haddock in creamy milk sauce, often with onion and parsley. A traditional east coast Scottish fish dish closely associated with nearby fishing communities.
Oats soaked overnight in cream or yoghurt, often with berries or honey. A long-standing Scottish breakfast staple commonly served in cafés and hotels.
Stylish seafood restaurant by the old harbour known for fresh fish and shellfish in a polished but relaxed setting.
Popular bakery and café for soups, sandwiches, cakes and coffee. Good for a casual lunch with strong local support.
Historic pub and restaurant serving hearty Scottish dishes, local beer and comfort food in a classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
St Andrews is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel rates, mid-range dining and limited local transport, though casual food and cafés remain manageable.
Service is sometimes included; if not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to St Andrews 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 St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to St Andrews trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Leuchars station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and St Andrews train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Jordanhill is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Jordanhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Jordanhill.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jordanhill: Parking.
Available at Jordanhill: Bike Parking.
St Andrews, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar available on site.
Wi-Fi is available at St Andrews, Bus Station. ATMs are available at St Andrews, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at St Andrews, Bus Station.
Available at St Andrews, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Andrews, Bus Station: Wheelchair access available.
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