The cheapest and fastest trains from Barrhead to Glasgow
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barrhead to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barrhead to Glasgow will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barrhead for Glasgow on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 25 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barrhead to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barrhead to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barrhead to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Barrhead to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:46 AM Barrhead | 0h25 | 5:11 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Barrhead to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barrhead to Glasgow
Trains from Barrhead to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Barrhead to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Barrhead and Glasgow from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
FAQs: Trains from Barrhead to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barrhead 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barrhead to Glasgow
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 23:15 Saturday 06:50 - 23:15 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50
- Car Park: Local Authority car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to platforms 2 & 3 - lift to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 8
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Ticket Office Hall. The toilet facilities are available during ticket opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Carlibar Road
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- 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 Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Titwood Road
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Kennishead Avenue
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