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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on Oct 24
$13
Average ticket price on Oct 24
$25
Fastest journey on Oct 24
49 m
Average journey duration on Oct 24
54 m
Trains on Oct 24
86
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Sat, Oct 24, we found 86 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 48 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 24 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Sat, Oct 24 the slowest trains will take 59 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.
K014719:18 PM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:17 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$131One-way0 transfers
L871096:31 PM1h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:58 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers- C148987:00 PM1h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:10 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
- W842876:28 PM1h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:51 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
- C155917:29 PM1h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:55 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$171One-way0 transfers
- L877546:00 AM0h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:49 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$261One-way0 transfers
- C147366:45 AM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:37 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$261One-way0 transfers
- L877827:15 AM0h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:08 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$261One-way0 transfers
- K014719:18 PM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:17 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$131One-way0 transfers
- G006936:25 AM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:24 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$191One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68264 | 7:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 8:54 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87794+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 7:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 8:53 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88233 | On time 7:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 9:05 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87813+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 9:23 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84197 | On time 8:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 9:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87816+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h01 | 9:31 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88236 | On time 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 10:06 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87843+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 10:22 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84242 | On time 9:27 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 10:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87859+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 10:50 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88241 | On time 9:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 11:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87103 | On time 10:21 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 11:27 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84206 | 10:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 11:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88244 | On time 10:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 12:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87902+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 11:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 12:21 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84253 | 11:27 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 12:54 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87919+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 11:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 12:50 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88248 | On time 11:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 1:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87114 | On time 11:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 1:26 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87928+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 12:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 1:23 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84188 | 12:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 1:55 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87936+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 12:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 1:50 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88253 | 12:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h14 | 2:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84232 | On time 1:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 2:56 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87951+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 1:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h04 | 2:49 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| C14672 | On time 1:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h12 | 3:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88256 | 1:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h16 | 3:12 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84199 | On time 2:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 3:56 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87967+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 2:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 3:53 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88260 | 2:55 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h15 | 4:10 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87975+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 3:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 4:24 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84244 | On time 3:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 4:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87983+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 3:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 4:52 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| C14669 | On time 3:50 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 5:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88264 | 3:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 5:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84210 | 4:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 5:58 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87996+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 5:29 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88001+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 4:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 5:51 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
 G25679+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| L88268 | 4:58 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 6:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84261 | 5:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 6:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87104 | On time 5:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 7:14 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84216 | On time 5:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 7:28 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84288 | On time 6:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 7:53 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14671 | On time 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 7:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88274 | On time 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 8:10 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84268 | On time 7:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h22 | 8:54 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01074 | 8:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h03 | 9:22 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84271 | On time 8:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 9:55 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01080 | On time 9:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 10:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84237 | On time 9:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 10:56 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84276 | On time 10:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h33 | 11:59 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84251 | 10:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 12:27 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 24 | |||||
| W84223 | 5:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h36 | 7:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87754 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h49 | 6:49 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00693 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 7:24 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88230 | 6:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h16 | 7:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14736 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 7:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84228 | 6:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 8:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87782 | 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 8:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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