Glasgow to Edinburgh train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 31 May

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$25

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

47 m

Trains per day

64

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $25.

Fast trains

Of the 64 trains that leave Glasgow for Edinburgh every day 64 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 47 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.

  • ScotrailL87810
    7:56 AM0h57
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    8:53 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $251One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW69128
    12:45 PM1h16
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    2:01 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $251One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87942
    1:00 PM0h50
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    1:50 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $251One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW84219
    10:18 AM1h33
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    11:51 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $251One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailW69144
    2:15 PM1h14
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    3:29 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $251One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $16.

Distance: 67 km

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Coach

$25

Average Price

$9

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Cheapest

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 43m

Average total duration

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Glasgow to Edinburgh train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday, 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailL87759
On time
6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
6:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84225
On time
6:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h24
7:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69142
On time
6:07 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h27
7:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW688856:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h24
8:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL877756:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
7:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84263
On time
6:58 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h16
8:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15595
On time
7:04 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h22
8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW688937:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
8:29 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84229
On time
7:11 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h37
8:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL877867:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
8:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689037:36 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h09
8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147407:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
8:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryW29878
On time
7:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h07
8:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882358:05 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h02
9:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689118:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
9:29 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878148:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
9:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84265
On time
8:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h32
9:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68980
On time
8:38 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h28
10:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878308:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
9:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882399:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h02
10:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC150409:09 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h24
10:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147449:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h54
10:09 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC155839:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h27
10:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL870949:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h11
10:51 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689959:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
10:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147469:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
10:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1489410:02 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h00
11:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1504710:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87876
On time
10:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8422010:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h33
11:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1474910:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
11:19 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69012
On time
10:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h16
11:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8788910:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
11:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475211:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h44
11:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8824611:02 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h08
12:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69016
On time
11:09 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
12:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87905
On time
11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
12:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84246
On time
11:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h28
12:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475411:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
12:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69020
On time
11:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8792111:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
12:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8709611:46 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h13
12:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8792512:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
12:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88251
On time
12:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h03
1:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69026
On time
12:08 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
1:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8792912:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
1:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84191
On time
12:19 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
1:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8793312:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
1:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1505912:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC1475812:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
1:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147591:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
1:48 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88255
On time
1:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h01
2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68966
On time
1:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h24
2:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL879461:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h55
2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84195
On time
1:19 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h22
2:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL879491:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
2:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68970
On time
1:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h16
2:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL870981:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h20
3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147621:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
2:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL879572:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h45
2:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88258
On time
2:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h02
3:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68975
On time
2:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h15
3:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147642:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC155862:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h31
3:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87965
On time
2:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
3:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68981
On time
2:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h23
4:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147672:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
3:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147693:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h45
3:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL882623:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h11
4:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689903:10 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
4:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147703:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
4:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW842043:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h25
4:43 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147713:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
4:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87100
On time
3:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h30
5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689983:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
4:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147733:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
4:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147754:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
4:48 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC148964:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h07
5:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC150504:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
5:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87993
On time
4:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
5:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC155844:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h36
5:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW699804:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
5:43 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147774:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h46
5:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15027
On time
4:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
5:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC147784:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
5:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14780
On time
5:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
5:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88270
On time
5:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h10
6:13 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15028
On time
5:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h20
6:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88014
On time
5:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
6:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW842215:19 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h25
6:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14783
On time
5:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
6:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW68958
On time
5:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h22
6:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC148976:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h10
7:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14733
On time
6:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h47
6:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW69027
On time
6:09 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
7:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14735
On time
6:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
7:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84193
On time
6:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h33
7:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW690386:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h23
8:02 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14738
On time
6:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
7:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW688967:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h11
8:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL88277
On time
7:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h04
8:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC14739
On time
7:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h52
8:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW842697:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h26
8:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689047:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h19
8:58 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878007:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL870917:47 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h14
9:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878098:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
9:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW842848:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h35
9:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689148:24 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h20
9:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL878238:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h47
9:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87840
On time
9:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
10:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15592
On time
9:23 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h27
10:50 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW689289:24 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h21
10:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87856
On time
9:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h53
10:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailC15023
On time
9:55 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h17
11:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW8428610:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h22
11:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87870
On time
10:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h49
11:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailW6894110:25 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1h20
11:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8788310:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h50
11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailW84258
On time
11:08 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h35
12:43 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL8789911:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h48
12:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87915
On time
11:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0h51
12:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Edinburgh

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Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $6 by coach.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 48m.

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 $6
Distance
67 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$16
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
48m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
63 days
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 $6

Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail from Glasgow to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Edinburgh from $6. 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
48m
Cheapest Price
$16
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
$18
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
$22
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$10
London North Eastern Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
$25
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
$43
ScotRail frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Glasgow to Edinburgh train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh can start from as little as $16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Edinburgh is $25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 48m to travel the 67 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 12:03 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Glasgow to Edinburgh leaves at 11:53 pm.
Yes, there are 10 direct trains a day from Glasgow to Edinburgh with Scotrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Glasgow to Edinburgh, you can count on Scotrail, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 48m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Glasgow to Edinburgh is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Edinburgh including taking a coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Edinburgh

Glasgow
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
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
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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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
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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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
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
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.
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Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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 Bellgrove
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Bellgrove Street station entrance

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