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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Tarbet
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£17
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£18
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
2 h 37 m
Trains on 22 Oct
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Tarbet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Tarbet will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 2 trains from Glasgow to Tarbet, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
12:553h57Glasgow16:52Tarbet£171One-way0 changes- 12:221h17Glasgow13:39Tarbet£181One-way0 changes
- 12:221h17Glasgow13:39Tarbet£181One-way0 changes
- 12:553h57Glasgow16:52Tarbet£171One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Tarbet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Tarbet run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow to Tarbet trip
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Live departures
Glasgow to Tarbet train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Tarbet trains for today, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68522 · C14864 | On time 13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h57 | 17:52 Arrochar & Tarbet (ART) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 22 October | |||||
| 12:22 Glasgow | 1h17 | 13:39 Tarbet | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow and Tarbet
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FAQs: Glasgow to Tarbet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Tarbet 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 Tarbet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Tarbet
Most Glasgow to Tarbet trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Arrochar & Tarbet station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Tarbet train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Tarbet 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.
Which Tarbet station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Arrochar & Tarbet from Tarbet city centre
Arrochar & Tarbet train station facilities and services
Arrochar & Tarbet 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 Arrochar & Tarbet.
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).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arrochar & Tarbet: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Arrochar & Tarbet: Bike Parking.
Train stations for Glasgow to Tarbet
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