The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Airdrie
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Airdrie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Airdrie will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Airdrie on Thu, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
8:38 AM0h27Glasgow9:05 AMAirdrie$81One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM0h27Glasgow9:05 AMAirdrie$81One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Glasgow to Airdrie train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Airdrie trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:08 AM Glasgow | 0h27 | 8:35 AM Airdrie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Airdrie
Trains from Glasgow to Airdrie run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 5 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Airdrie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Airdrie 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 Airdrie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Airdrie
Most Glasgow to Airdrie trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Airdrie station pair, with some services arriving at Drumgelloch. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Airdrie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Airdrie leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
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.
Getting to Bellgrove from Glasgow city centre
Bellgrove is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Bellgrove train station facilities and services
Bellgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bellgrove.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bellgrove: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bellgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Airdrie station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Airdrie from Airdrie city centre
Airdrie train station facilities and services
Airdrie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Airdrie.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Airdrie.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Airdrie. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Airdrie: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Airdrie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Airdrie: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Drumgelloch from Airdrie city centre
Drumgelloch is 1 km from Airdrie city centre. Public transport options include:
Drumgelloch train station facilities and services
Drumgelloch has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Drumgelloch: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Drumgelloch: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Drumgelloch: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 20, 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.
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