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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
34 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
35 m
Trains on 07 Sept
35
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 35 trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 35 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
L871506:240h44Greenock West (GKW)7:08Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes- L871567:020h37Greenock West (GKW)7:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L871627:370h34Greenock West (GKW)8:11Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- W686435:260h46Greenock West (GKW)6:12Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L872578:090h37Greenock West (GKW)8:46Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L871627:370h34Greenock West (GKW)8:11Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8720212:320h35Greenock West (GKW)13:07Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8719812:020h35Greenock West (GKW)12:37Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L871738:320h35Greenock West (GKW)9:07Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8720613:020h35Greenock West (GKW)13:37Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 58m.
The journey is about 3m faster (39m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £38). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68760 | On time 21:29 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h44 | 22:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68767 | On time 22:29 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h44 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
| W68643 | 5:26 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h46 | 6:12 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68648 | 6:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h51 | 6:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87150 | 6:24 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h44 | 7:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87156 | 7:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h37 | 7:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68792 | 7:22 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h45 | 8:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87162 | 7:37 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h34 | 8:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68679 | 7:53 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h46 | 8:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87257 | 8:09 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h37 | 8:46 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87173 | 8:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 9:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87192 | 11:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h37 | 11:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87195 | 11:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 12:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87198 | 12:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 12:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87202 | 12:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 13:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87206 | 13:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 13:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87211 | 13:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 14:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87214 | 14:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h37 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87220 | 14:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h38 | 15:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87224 | 15:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h38 | 15:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87229 | 15:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 16:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87233 | 16:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 16:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87237 | 16:34 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 17:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87241 | 17:04 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 17:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87244 | 17:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 18:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87248 | 18:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 18:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87252 | 18:32 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h37 | 19:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87255 | 19:02 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h35 | 19:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87260 | 19:24 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h44 | 20:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68794 | 20:03 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h45 | 20:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68800 | 20:33 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h46 | 21:19 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68805 | 21:04 Greenock West (GKW) | 0h45 | 21:49 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 34m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:03 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Greenock West (GKW) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Greenock West (GKW) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Greenock Central to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenock West (GKW) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Greenock West from Greenock city centre
Greenock West train station facilities and services
Greenock West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenock West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenock West. 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 Greenock West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenock West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenock West: 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 below ground platforms, 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.
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.
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