Departure Schedule
Morning departures
Fastest trip46 min
Longest trip1 hrs 34 min
Earliest05:18
Latest11:59
Departures48
Afternoon departures
Fastest trip44 min
Longest trip1 hrs 34 min
Earliest12:08
Latest17:59
Departures47
Evening departures
Fastest trip48 min
Longest trip1 hrs 28 min
Earliest18:00
Latest20:52
Departures21
Night departures
Fastest trip49 min
Longest trip1 hrs 33 min
Earliest21:15
Latest23:45
Departures14
Travelling from Edinburgh to Glasgow by Train
Traveling south-central Scotland on a train is not only a time-saving way to get around in the area but also a wonderful opportunity to take in the beautiful panoramas of the Scottish countryside. The train route from Edinburgh to Glasgow is among the popular options, as fast and modern trains connect the two cities in record travel times. Among the top advantages (apart from the great amenities of the trains) is that both the arrival and departure stations are located in the heart of the amazing Scottish cities, and there are over 10 daily departures in the schedule. On this page, you can find everything you need to know about the Edinburgh - Glasgow railway route and book your tickets even if your trip is up to 2 years away!Wondering how to make your trip to Glasgow special? Plan your Scotland itinerary in advance fully customizing your journey. Choose among the hundreds of attractions and most popular tourist spots and make the most of your Scotland getaway!
Edinburgh to Glasgow trains Information
Edinburgh
Waverley, United KingdomEdinburgh Bus Station, United KingdomEdinburgh Airport Terminal (EDI), United Kingdom
75 km
44 m
Shortest travel time:
$32
Lowest ticket cost:
130
Avg. daily departures:
05:18
Earliest departure:
23:45
Latest departure:
Popular questions about trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow
Since several types of direct trains (including regular and high-speed) serve the Edinburgh-Glasgow railway line, travelers can choose the option that suits their budget the most.
No, there is no direct train connection between the mentioned destinations. Those who need to reach Glasgow Airport from Scotland's capital should first get to Glasgow Queen Street by train and then hop on a bus #500. The whole journey with all the following transfers takes approximately 1,5 hours.
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