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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kilmarnock to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kilmarnock to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kilmarnock to Glasgow will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 16 trains that leave Kilmarnock for Glasgow every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
C145818:580h41Kilmarnock station (KMK)9:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes- L868178:230h55Kilmarnock station (KMK)9:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L868399:270h52Kilmarnock station (KMK)10:19Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8685610:280h51Kilmarnock station (KMK)11:19Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8679613:030h37Kilmarnock station (KMK)13:40Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8679613:030h37Kilmarnock station (KMK)13:40Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L876629:590h37Kilmarnock station (KMK)10:36Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8686611:000h37Kilmarnock station (KMK)11:37Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8767411:560h38Kilmarnock station (KMK)12:34Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
- L8769915:590h38Kilmarnock station (KMK)16:37Glasgow Central (GLC)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kilmarnock to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kilmarnock 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 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 32 km
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1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kilmarnock to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Kilmarnock to Glasgow trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:28 Kilmarnock | 0h51 | 10:19 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow
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Trains from Kilmarnock to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 37m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:26 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Kilmarnock to Glasgow trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Kilmarnock 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: Kilmarnock to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnock and Glasgow
Most Kilmarnock to Glasgow trains use the Kilmarnock to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Mount Florida. Use this guide to compare Kilmarnock and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kilmarnock station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Kilmarnock from Kilmarnock city centre
Kilmarnock train station facilities and services
Kilmarnock has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Kilmarnock.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kilmarnock.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kilmarnock. 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 Kilmarnock: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kilmarnock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kilmarnock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Level to platforms 1,2&3 underpass with lifts connecting platform 4. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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: Yes.
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 Mount Florida from Glasgow city centre
Mount Florida is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mount Florida train station facilities and services
Mount Florida has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mount Florida.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mount Florida.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mount Florida. 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 Mount Florida: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mount Florida: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mount Florida: 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 Island platform. 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.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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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