Johnstone to Largs train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Johnstone to Largs

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

41 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

44 m

Trains on 18 Sept

12

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Johnstone to Largs will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 12 trains from Johnstone to Largs, including 12 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 46 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
    7:041h01
    Milliken Park
    8:05Largs
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotRail
    8:020h46
    Milliken Park
    8:48Largs
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotRail
    9:030h46
    Milliken Park
    9:49Largs
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotRail
    10:020h46
    Milliken Park
    10:48Largs
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotRail
    11:020h46
    Milliken Park
    11:48Largs
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Johnstone to Largs

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Johnstone to Largs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 22 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£10

Average Price

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

1h 26m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Johnstone to Largs is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Johnstone to Largs:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Johnstone to Largs costing on average £10.

The fastest way to travel from Johnstone to Largs is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to Largs take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Johnstone and Largs including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.51. The journey takes 49m versus 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Johnstone to Largs train times

The table below shows live departures for Johnstone to Largs trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Scotrail12:59 Johnstone
0h49
13:48 Largs0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Johnstone to Largs trains with Omio?

Scotrail as well as ScotRail offer trains services from Johnstone to Largs.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Johnstone to Largs.

Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Johnstone to Largs.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Johnstone to Largs.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Johnstone to Largs.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Johnstone to Largs

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Trains from Johnstone to Largs run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. 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 06:35, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 49m.

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 £5
Distance
22 km
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
49m
First train
6:35
Last train
22:53
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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 £5

Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Johnstone to Largs trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Johnstone and Largs from £5. 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 Scotrail Duration
49m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£10
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

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
41m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£16
ScotRail frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Johnstone to Largs train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johnstone to Largs 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 Largs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Johnstone to Largs can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Johnstone to Largs covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Johnstone to Largs is 22 km.
The first train from Johnstone to Largs leaves at 6:35.
The last train from Johnstone to Largs departs at 22:53.
Trains from Johnstone to Largs run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Johnstone to Largs.
Yes, there is a direct train between Johnstone and Largs. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by ScotRail.
To get from Johnstone to Largs, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Johnstone to Largs.
The train station in Johnstone that goes to Largs is Johnstone station (JHN), and it arrives at Largs station (LAR).
The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Largs is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Johnstone to Largs in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Johnstone to Largs is scenic, offering views of the picturesque Scottish countryside and glimpses of the coastline as it approaches Largs.
Yes, a day trip from Johnstone to Largs is feasible with a travel time of 49m and a distance of 22 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
Two to three days in Largs is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the scenic coastline, and take a trip to nearby Cumbrae Island.
Yes, you can take the train from Johnstone to Largs.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Johnstone and Largs

Most Johnstone to Largs trains use the Johnstone to Largs station pair. Use this guide to compare Johnstone and Largs train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Johnstone
Arrival train stations in Largs

Which Johnstone station do trains to Largs leave from?

Trains from Johnstone to Largs leave from Johnstone. The station is 1 km from Johnstone city centre at Johnstone station, Thorn Brae, Johnstone, Renfrewshire, PA5 8HE.
JohnstoneJohnstone station, Thorn Brae, Johnstone, Renfrewshire, PA5 8HEWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Johnstone from Johnstone city centre

Bus20, 30, 38 · 9m · £5 · every ~6 min

Johnstone train station facilities and services

Johnstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Johnstone.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Johnstone.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Johnstone. 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 Johnstone: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Johnstone: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Johnstone: 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 - connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 11, 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.

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