The cheapest and fastest trains from Kilbirnie to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kilbirnie to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kilbirnie to Glasgow will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 13 trains that leave Kilbirnie for Glasgow every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
12:280h29Glengarnock12:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
13:270h28Glengarnock13:55Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
14:280h29Glengarnock14:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
15:280h31Glengarnock15:59Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
16:280h29Glengarnock16:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
13:270h28Glengarnock13:55Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
20:280h28Glengarnock20:56Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
12:280h29Glengarnock12:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
14:280h29Glengarnock14:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
16:280h29Glengarnock16:57Glasgow£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kilbirnie to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kilbirnie to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 30 km
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£22 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kilbirnie to Glasgow
Trains from Kilbirnie to Glasgow run on average 12 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 24m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Kilbirnie to Glasgow trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Kilbirnie and Glasgow 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: Kilbirnie to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilbirnie to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kilbirnie and Glasgow
Most Kilbirnie to Glasgow trains use the Glengarnock to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Exhibition Centre. Use this guide to compare Kilbirnie and Glasgow 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 Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre 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 Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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 Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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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