4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rutherglen to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rutherglen to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rutherglen to Glasgow will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Rutherglen for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
C154188:220h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:32Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes- W697558:010h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:11Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- W684838:120h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- C149688:440h09Rutherglen station (RUT)8:53Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- W697698:310h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:41Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- L870898:180h08Rutherglen station (RUT)8:26Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- C149688:440h09Rutherglen station (RUT)8:53Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- C154188:220h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:32Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- W697558:010h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:11Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
- W684838:120h10Rutherglen station (RUT)8:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£41One-way0 changes
Live departures
Rutherglen to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Rutherglen to Glasgow trains for today, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:43 Rutherglen | 0h10 | 17:53 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Rutherglen to Glasgow by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
23 Jul
24 Jul
25 Jul
26 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
29 Jul
Why should you book Rutherglen to Glasgow trains with Omio?
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 Rutherglen to Glasgow.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 Rutherglen to Glasgow.
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 Rutherglen to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherglen to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rutherglen to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 9m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Rutherglen to Glasgow trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Rutherglen and Glasgow from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Scotrail
ScotRail
FAQs: Rutherglen to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen and Glasgow
Most Rutherglen to Glasgow trains use the Rutherglen to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Hyndland. Use this guide to compare Rutherglen and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rutherglen station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Rutherglen train station facilities and services
Rutherglen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rutherglen.
Bike and car services
Available at Rutherglen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rutherglen.
Getting to Croftfoot from Rutherglen city centre
Croftfoot is 1 km from Rutherglen city centre. Public transport options include:
Croftfoot train station facilities and services
Croftfoot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Croftfoot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Croftfoot. 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 Croftfoot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Croftfoot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Croftfoot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up to Island platform, 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.
Getting to Burnside from Rutherglen city centre
Burnside is 1 km from Rutherglen city centre. Public transport options include:
Burnside train station facilities and services
Burnside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnside. 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 Burnside: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to Island platform, 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.
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 Hyndland from Glasgow city centre
Hyndland is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hyndland train station facilities and services
Hyndland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Hyndland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hyndland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hyndland. 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 Hyndland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hyndland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hyndland: 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 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.
Most popular train connections from Rutherglen
More options for your journey from Rutherglen to Glasgow
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Glasgow and Rutherglen
Most popular train connections to Glasgow
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
