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Greenock to Paisley St James Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Greenock to Paisley St James? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $8.63, with average prices for this route around $8.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:28 25 minutes, Direct Greenock Central	05:53 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
06:04 25 minutes, Direct Greenock Central	06:29 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
06:26 25 minutes, Direct Greenock Central	06:51 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
07:04 30 minutes, Changes required Greenock Central	07:34 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
07:25 24 minutes, Direct Greenock Central	07:49 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
07:56 25 minutes, Direct Greenock Central	08:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Greenock to Paisley St James Train Route Details

First train

05:28

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Greenock

Arrival station

Paisley St James

Journey time

24 minutes

Distance

22 km

Price

$8.63*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Greenock to Paisley St James

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 Greenock to Paisley St James can result in significant cost savings.

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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Greenock to Paisley St James, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Greenock to Paisley St James train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Greenock to Paisley St James Train prices and times

Greenock to Paisley St James Train Route Details