The cheapest and fastest trains from Johnstone to Largs
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
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.
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.
7:041h01Milliken Park8:05Largs£161One-way0 changes
8:020h46Milliken Park8:48Largs£161One-way0 changes
9:030h46Milliken Park9:49Largs£161One-way0 changes
10:020h46Milliken Park10:48Largs£161One-way0 changes
11:020h46Milliken Park11:48Largs£161One-way0 changes
17:340h41Milliken Park18:15Largs£161One-way0 changes
17:030h43Milliken Park17:46Largs£161One-way0 changes
8:020h46Milliken Park8:48Largs£161One-way0 changes
9:030h46Milliken Park9:49Largs£161One-way0 changes
10:020h46Milliken Park10:48Largs£161One-way0 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
Compare train with
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 |
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.
Other travel options to Largs take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 26m.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:59 Johnstone | 0h49 | 13:48 Largs | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Johnstone to Largs by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Johnstone to Largs
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.
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 |
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.
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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.

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.
Which Johnstone station do trains to Largs leave from?
Getting to Johnstone from Johnstone city centre
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.
Which Largs station do trains from Johnstone arrive at?
Getting to Largs from Largs city centre
Largs train station facilities and services
Largs has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Largs.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Largs. 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 Largs: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Largs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Largs: 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 both 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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