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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Arbroath
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Arbroath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Arbroath will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 13 trains that leave Glasgow for Arbroath on Sun, Jun 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
9:33 AM1h59Glasgow11:32 AMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers- 11:45 AM1h41Glasgow1:26 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 12:43 PM1h37Glasgow2:20 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 PM1h45Glasgow3:30 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 2:50 PM1h43Glasgow4:33 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM1h35Glasgow6:20 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 12:43 PM1h37Glasgow2:20 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM1h40Glasgow5:25 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM1h41Glasgow1:26 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
- 7:44 PM1h42Glasgow9:26 PMArbroath$671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Arbroath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Arbroath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Arbroath:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Arbroath costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Arbroath take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow to Arbroath train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Arbroath trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 AM Glasgow | 1h59 | 11:32 AM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Arbroath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Arbroath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail from Glasgow to Arbroath trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Arbroath from $8 (€6). 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 Glasgow to Arbroath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Arbroath 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 Arbroath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Arbroath
Most Glasgow to Arbroath trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroath station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Arbroath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Arbroath 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 Cardonald from Glasgow city centre
Cardonald is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Cardonald train station facilities and services
Cardonald has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardonald.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardonald. 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 Cardonald: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardonald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardonald: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Small ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Arbroath station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Arbroath from Arbroath city centre
Arbroath train station facilities and services
Arbroath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arbroath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Arbroath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Arbroath. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arbroath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arbroath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arbroath: 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 3, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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