Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$29

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 4 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Mon, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.

ScotRailY67142
08:07AM1h01
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:08AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$291One-way
0 transfers
ScotRailY71183
08:17AM1h32
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:49AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$291One-way
0 transfers
ScotRailY66740+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
08:30AM1h05
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:35AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$291One-way
1 transfer
ScotRailY66727+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
08:00AM1h05
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:05AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$291One-way
1 transfer
ScotRailY66734+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
08:15AM1h09
Glasgow Central (GLC)
09:24AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$291One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 41 miles (67 km)

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€21

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

1h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

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30m

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Live departures

Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 14
Last updated at 6:31 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrailY66727+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
Delayed
7:15 AM 7:00 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1h05
8:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
scotrailY67142
On time
7:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h01
8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfersDirect
scotrailY66734+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
Delayed
7:30 AM 7:15 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1h09
8:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
scotrailY71183
On time
7:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1h32
8:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfersDirect
scotrailY66740+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
Delayed
7:45 AM 7:30 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1h05
8:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
scotrailY66748+fake_busBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
Delayed
8:00 AM 7:45 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1h00
8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance
41 miles (67 km)
Average train duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€15)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
47m
First train
05:48
Last train
22:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)

Train providers: ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains

Buy your official ScotRail, CrossCountry and East Coast train tickets from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $15 (€12) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

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. 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.

Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train information with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 47 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • ScotRail frequency: 49 a day

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Glasgow
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transit options for Glasgow Central
  • 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
  • Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
  • Metro: No metro available.

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