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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from West Kilbride to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Kilbride to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Kilbride to Glasgow will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 18 trains that leave West Kilbride for Glasgow every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
6:450h57West Kilbride7:42Glasgow£221One-way0 changes- 7:380h49West Kilbride8:27Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 8:200h55West Kilbride9:15Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 9:170h55West Kilbride10:12Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 10:170h55West Kilbride11:12Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 7:380h49West Kilbride8:27Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 20:170h54West Kilbride21:11Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 23:030h54West Kilbride23:57Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 8:200h55West Kilbride9:15Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
- 9:170h55West Kilbride10:12Glasgow£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for West Kilbride to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Kilbride to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
West Kilbride to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for West Kilbride to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:45 West Kilbride | 0h57 | 7:42 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:38 West Kilbride | 0h49 | 8:27 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Kilbride to Glasgow
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Trains from West Kilbride to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 55m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from West Kilbride to Glasgow trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between West Kilbride and Glasgow from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: West Kilbride to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride and Glasgow
Most West Kilbride to Glasgow trains use the West Kilbride to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Carntyne. Use this guide to compare West Kilbride and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which West Kilbride station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to West Kilbride from West Kilbride city centre
West Kilbride is 1 km from West Kilbride city centre. Public transport options include:
West Kilbride train station facilities and services
West Kilbride has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Kilbride.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Kilbride: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Kilbride: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Main Entrance Platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Carntyne from Glasgow city centre
Carntyne is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Carntyne train station facilities and services
Carntyne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carntyne.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carntyne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carntyne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Getting to Springburn from Glasgow city centre
Springburn is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Springburn train station facilities and services
Springburn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, 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 Springburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Springburn. 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 Springburn: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Springburn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Springburn: 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 all platforms, 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.
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