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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elgin to Glasgow
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elgin to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elgin to Glasgow will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 3 trains that leave Elgin for Glasgow on Mon, Dec 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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 flight for Elgin to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elgin to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €124.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €145 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Elgin to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Elgin to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:26 PM Elgin | 4h56 | 5:22 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:25 PM Elgin | 4h57 | 6:22 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elgin to Glasgow
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Trains from Elgin to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 18:55. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 18:55 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Elgin to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Elgin and Glasgow from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Elgin to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin 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 Elgin to Glasgow
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 from the station car park
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:30 Saturday 06:30 - 23:30 Sunday 09:46 - 18:16 Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: No
- 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 Argyle Street, outside the Marriot Hotel
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
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