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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$61
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 17
25
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Glasgow will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 25 trains from Aberdeen to Glasgow, including 16 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
C14807
L88032
L88075
L87087 · L87908
L88024
L88054
L88050
L88075
L88044
L88040Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a flight costs an average of $624.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $624 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Glasgow:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow costing on average $64 (€52).
A bus is $608 (€495) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Glasgow costing on average $624 (€507).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 2m.
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
The journey is about 6m faster (2h 45m by train vs 2h 51m by car) and roughly $30 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($64 (€52) vs $94 (€77)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Glasgow trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14805 | On time 5:45 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h37 | 8:22 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88072 | On time 6:33 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h42 | 9:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88075 | On time 7:46 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h36 | 10:22 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14807 | On time 8:37 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h45 | 11:22 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87087 · L87907 | On time 9:06 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h31 | 12:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88024 | 5:30 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h58 | 8:28 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87062 · L87816 | 5:57 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h19 | 9:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88027 | 6:39 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h42 | 9:21 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88032 | 7:24 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h51 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88033+ C01942 | 7:52 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h01 | 10:53 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88036 | 8:35 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h45 | 11:20 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87069 · L88038 | 9:05 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h48 | 11:53 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88040 | 9:44 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h37 | 12:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14789+ C02007 | 9:52 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h09 | 1:01 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88044 | 10:44 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h37 | 1:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87072 · L88045 | 11:01 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h48 | 1:49 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
C14791 | 11:37 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h38 | 2:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88050 | 12:45 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h36 | 3:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88054 | 1:46 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h33 | 4:19 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87079 · L88055 | 2:03 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h53 | 4:56 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88057 | 2:35 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h43 | 5:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88057 · C15323 | 2:35 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h58 | 5:33 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
L88060+ C01989 | 2:52 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h06 | 5:58 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
C14797 | 3:35 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h49 | 6:24 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14801 | 4:32 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h41 | 7:13 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Aberdeen to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
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Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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.

Most Aberdeen to Glasgow trains use the Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport).
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Parking.
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Paisley Gilmour Street is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley Gilmour Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Paisley Gilmour Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Paisley Gilmour Street. ATMs are available at Paisley Gilmour Street.
Ticket office support is available at Paisley Gilmour Street. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paisley Gilmour Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Paisley Gilmour Street: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Gilmour Street: 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 respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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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