4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Ardrossan
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Ardrossan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Ardrossan will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 8 trains that leave Glasgow for Ardrossan on Mon, Aug 24, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
W6856910:15 AM0h47Glasgow Central (GLC)11:02 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers- W6858112:15 PM0h47Glasgow Central (GLC)1:02 PMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W6857411:15 AM0h48Glasgow Central (GLC)12:03 PMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W685517:15 AM0h51Glasgow Central (GLC)8:06 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W685426:15 AM0h49Glasgow Central (GLC)7:04 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- L871168:34 AM0h44Glasgow Central (GLC)9:18 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W6856910:15 AM0h47Glasgow Central (GLC)11:02 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W6858112:15 PM0h47Glasgow Central (GLC)1:02 PMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W685639:15 AM0h47Glasgow Central (GLC)10:02 AMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
- W6857411:15 AM0h48Glasgow Central (GLC)12:03 PMArdrossan Town (ADN)€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Ardrossan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Ardrossan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Ardrossan:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Ardrossan costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Ardrossan take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 4m.
The journey is about 1m faster (49m by train vs 50m by car) and roughly €31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€13 vs €44). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Ardrossan train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Ardrossan trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68542 | 6:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h49 | 7:04 AM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68551 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h51 | 8:06 AM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87116 | 8:34 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h44 | 9:18 AM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68563 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h47 | 10:02 AM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68569 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h47 | 11:02 AM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68574 | 11:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h48 | 12:03 PM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68581 | 12:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h47 | 1:02 PM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68586 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h48 | 2:03 PM Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Ardrossan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Ardrossan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Ardrossan trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Ardrossan from €7. 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 Ardrossan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Ardrossan 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 Ardrossan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Ardrossan
Most Glasgow to Ardrossan trains use the Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Town station pair, with some services arriving at Ardrossan Harbour. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Ardrossan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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 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 Ardrossan station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Ardrossan Town from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Town is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Town train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan Town.
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 Ardrossan Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Town: 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 single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Ardrossan Harbour from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Harbour is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Harbour train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Harbour has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan Harbour.
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 Ardrossan Harbour: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Harbour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Harbour: 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 single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Ardrossan South Beach from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan South Beach is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan South Beach train station facilities and services
Ardrossan South Beach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan South Beach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardrossan South Beach. 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, Arrival screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan South Beach: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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