6:451h09Glasgow7:54West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
7:450h51Glasgow8:36West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
8:460h51Glasgow9:37West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
9:450h51Glasgow10:36West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
10:450h51Glasgow11:36West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
17:170h47Glasgow18:04West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
16:450h49Glasgow17:34West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
7:450h51Glasgow8:36West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
8:460h51Glasgow9:37West Kilbride£221One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to West Kilbride
The cheapest option from Glasgow to West Kilbride is coach, with an average price of £8. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to West Kilbride among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 42 km
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£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest option 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to West Kilbride train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to West Kilbride trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 10:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 11:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 12:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Glasgow | 0h50 | 13:30 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 14:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 15:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 16:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 17:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 18:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 19:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 20:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 21:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:40 Glasgow | 0h51 | 22:31 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:42 Glasgow | 0h58 | 23:40 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
![]() | 6:45 Glasgow | 1h09 | 7:54 West Kilbride | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to West Kilbride
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Glasgow to West Kilbride, including 6 direct trains, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 51m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to West Kilbride trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and West Kilbride from £8. 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 West Kilbride train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and West Kilbride
Most Glasgow to West Kilbride trains use the Glasgow Central to West Kilbride station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and West Kilbride 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.
Getting to Carntyne from Glasgow city centre
Carntyne is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Carntyne train station facilities and services
Carntyne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carntyne.
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), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carntyne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carntyne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Which West Kilbride station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to West Kilbride from West Kilbride city centre
West Kilbride is 1 km from West Kilbride city centre. Public transport options include:
West Kilbride train station facilities and services
West Kilbride has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Kilbride.
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), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Kilbride: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Kilbride: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Main Entrance Platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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