Greenock to Glasgow train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

33 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenock to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Greenock to Glasgow will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Greenock for Glasgow every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 44 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.

ScotRail
14:040h36
Greenock
14:40Glasgow
£101One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
04:280h44
Greenock
05:12Glasgow
£101One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
09:340h33
Greenock
10:07Glasgow
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Greenock to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 33 km

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Coach

£10

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

56m

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30m

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Live departures

Greenock to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:30
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail04:28 Greenock
0h44
05:12 Glasgow0 changesdirect
scotrail09:34 Greenock
0h33
10:07 Glasgow0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Greenock to Glasgow

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Trains from Greenock to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
33 km
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
33m
First train
05:23
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: ScotRail from Greenock to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Greenock and Glasgow from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£10
ScotRail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Greenock to Glasgow train

FAQs: Travel by train from Greenock to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Greenock to Glasgow.
FAQs
The train distance from Greenock to Glasgow is 33 km.
Booking trains from Greenock to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Greenock and Glasgow. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
The train journey from Greenock to Glasgow covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Greenock to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The first train from Greenock to Glasgow leaves at 5:23.
The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Glasgow is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The last train from Greenock to Glasgow departs at 23:57.
The train station in Greenock that goes to Glasgow is Greenock West (GKW), and it arrives at Glasgow Central (GLC).
Trains from Greenock to Glasgow run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Greenock to Glasgow.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Greenock to Glasgow.
Yes, you can take the train from Greenock to Glasgow.
To get from Greenock to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Greenock and Glasgow

Greenock
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Greenock is Cartsdyke. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cartsdyke for your trip from Greenock to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:44 Saturday 09:20 - 16:28 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Cartsdyke
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on East Hamilton Street at the bottom of MacDougal Street
DrumfrocharParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Drumfrochar
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on the junction of Lemmon Street and Cornhaddock Street
Fort MatildaParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Fort Matilda
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Newark Street in front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:20 - 20:34 Saturday 07:20 - 20:34 Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • 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
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Greenock Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Dalrymple Street: outside Kwikfit garage for buses to Glasgow, outside Job Centre for buses to Gourock)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:05 Sunday 07:55 - 00:05
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Greenock West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Nelson Street outside West College
WhinhillParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Main Entrance Platform
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Whinhill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station entrance and the junction of Kilmacolm Road and Strone Crescent

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