The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Arrochar
Cheapest price on Oct 07
$23
Average ticket price on Oct 07
$23
Fastest journey on Oct 07
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
1 h 17 m
Trains on Oct 07
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Arrochar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Arrochar will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 1 trains from Glasgow to Arrochar, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
12:22 PM1h17Glasgow1:39 PMArrochar$231One-way0 transfers
12:22 PM1h17Glasgow1:39 PMArrochar$231One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Arrochar
Trains from Glasgow to Arrochar run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€20) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 6:33 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Arrochar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Arrochar 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 Arrochar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Arrochar
Most Glasgow to Arrochar trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Ardlui station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Arrochar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Arrochar 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.
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