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Glasgow to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, starting from KWD 5.040 and averaging KWD 7.190. The entire journey takes no more than 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 6.910
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 5.040
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 5.040
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 5.040
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 6.740
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 5.040
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 6.910
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12:45
Glasgow Queen Street
13:51
Edinburgh Park
1h 6m, DirectScotRail
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13:00
Glasgow Queen Street
13:47
Edinburgh Park
47m, Changes requiredScotRail
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13:00
Glasgow Queen Street
13:50
Edinburgh (Waverley)
50m, DirectScotRail
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13:14
Glasgow Queen Street
14:20
Edinburgh Park
1h 6m, DirectScotRail
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13:30
Glasgow Queen Street
14:17
Edinburgh (Waverley)
47m, DirectScotRail
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13:45
Glasgow Queen Street
14:51
Paris
1h 6m, DirectScotRail
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Glasgow to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:56
Last train
Last train
23:40
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
45m
Distance
Distance
43 miles
Price
Price
KWD 5.040*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

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