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The cheapest and fastest trains from Musselburgh to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
76 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Musselburgh to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Musselburgh to Glasgow will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Musselburgh 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 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
19:451h23
Musselburgh21:08Glasgow
£221One-way
0 changes
17:111h07
Musselburgh18:18Glasgow
£231One-way
0 changes
06:051h17
Musselburgh07:22Glasgow
£231One-way
0 changes
17:111h07
Musselburgh18:18Glasgow
£231One-way
0 changes
06:051h17
Musselburgh07:22Glasgow
£231One-way
0 changes
19:451h23
Musselburgh21:08Glasgow
£221One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Musselburgh to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Musselburgh 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 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 76 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Musselburgh to Glasgow train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:05 Musselburgh | 1h17 | 07:22 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:12 Musselburgh | 1h09 | 09:21 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Musselburgh to Glasgow?
The best time to book your train from Musselburgh to Glasgow is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Musselburgh to Glasgow route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Musselburgh to Glasgow per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Musselburgh to Glasgow
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Trains from Musselburgh to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 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 £5
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 22:54 |
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 from Musselburgh to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Musselburgh and Glasgow 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 Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£22
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: Musselburgh to Glasgow train
FAQs: Travel by train from Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh to Glasgow.
The train distance from Musselburgh to Glasgow is 76 km.
Booking trains from Musselburgh to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Musselburgh to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Musselburgh to Glasgow covers a distance of 76 km and takes approximately 1h 8m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Musselburgh to Glasgow leaves at 5:44.
To get from Musselburgh to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Glasgow is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The last train from Musselburgh to Glasgow departs at 22:54.
Trains from Musselburgh to Glasgow run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Musselburgh that goes to Glasgow is Musselburgh station (MUB), and it arrives at Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
Yes, you can take the train from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
There is no night train service from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Musselburgh and Glasgow
Musselburgh
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Musselburgh is Musselburgh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Musselburgh for your trip from Musselburgh to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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 Musselburgh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the mini roundabout before the railway bridge, Whitehill Farm Road
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Charing Cross (Glasgow). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Charing Cross (Glasgow) for your journey to Glasgow from Musselburgh.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
HotelLoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
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 Charing Cross (Glasgow)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
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, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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