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East Kilbride to Giffnock train times
The table below shows live departures for East Kilbride to Giffnock trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:35 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:20 AM East Kilbride | 0h16 | 6:36 AM Giffnock | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:50 AM East Kilbride | 0h16 | 7:06 AM Giffnock | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:28 AM East Kilbride | 0h16 | 7:44 AM Giffnock | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 AM East Kilbride | 0h15 | 8:00 AM Giffnock | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:59 AM East Kilbride | 0h16 | 8:15 AM Giffnock | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Kilbride to Giffnock
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Trains from East Kilbride to Giffnock run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 14m.
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
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 23:04 |
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
Train companies: ScotRail from East Kilbride to Giffnock trainsScotRail trains will get you between East Kilbride and Giffnock from $9 (€7). 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
16m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€6)
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
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
FAQs: Trains from East Kilbride to Giffnock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Kilbride to Giffnock 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 Giffnock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, a day trip from East Kilbride to Giffnock is feasible, with a travel time of 14m and a distance of 5 miles (9 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
A visit to Giffnock can be comfortably enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions, parks, and dining options.
The train journey from East Kilbride to Giffnock offers pleasant views of suburban landscapes, with glimpses of green spaces and residential areas typical of the Glasgow region.
The distance by train from East Kilbride to Giffnock is 5 miles (9 km).
Train ticket prices from East Kilbride to Giffnock can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $9 (€7).
The train station in East Kilbride that goes to Giffnock is East Kilbride station (EKL), which connects to Giffnock station (GFN).
The train from East Kilbride to Giffnock takes 14m and runs 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Giffnock is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
There is no high speed train available from East Kilbride to Giffnock.
The last train from East Kilbride to Giffnock leaves at 11:04 PM.
The first train from East Kilbride to Giffnock leaves at 12:33 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from East Kilbride to Giffnock.
Yes, you can take the train from East Kilbride to Giffnock.
Yes, there is a direct train from East Kilbride to Giffnock. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Kilbride to Giffnock
East Kilbride
Giffnock
The major train station for departures in East Kilbride is East Kilbride. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Kilbride for your trip from East Kilbride to Giffnock.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:25 Saturday 07:00 - 23:25 Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 14
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 reponse, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transit options for East Kilbride
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Torrance Road
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Key Store Express
Parking
- Car Park: Local Authority
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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 transit options for Hairmyres
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Eaglesham Road
The major train station for arrivals in Giffnock is Giffnock. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Giffnock for your journey to Giffnock from East Kilbride.
Giffnock
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:44 Saturday 06:40 - 13:44 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transit options for Giffnock
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park on Fenwick Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 13:59 Saturday 06:55 - 13:59 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from ticket office onto platfrom 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transit options for Whitecraigs
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Ayr Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
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 transit options for Priesthill & Darnley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Kennishead Road
Most popular train connections from East Kilbride
Most popular trains to and from Giffnock and East Kilbride
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