- Must visit
The Highland Folk Museum
Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Cheapest price on Oct 23
$86
Average ticket price on Oct 23
$86
Fastest journey on Oct 23
2 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
2 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 23
8
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Aviemore will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
On Fri, Oct 23, we found 8 trains from Glasgow to Aviemore, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 23 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Fri, Oct 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
W82831 · C14686
C14680
C14598 · L87271
L86915 · L87274
W82806 · C14684
C14694
C15294 · C14678
C14680
C14684
L86915 · L87274Trains from Glasgow to Aviemore run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Aviemore trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C15294 · C14678 | 8:49 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h41 | 11:30 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
C14680 | 10:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h42 | 12:50 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14598 · L87271 | 10:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h51 | 1:32 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
C14694 | 12:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h29 | 2:36 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L86915 · L87274 | On time 1:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h46 | 4:26 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
W82806 · C14684 | 1:49 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h00 | 5:49 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
C14684 | 3:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h42 | 5:49 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W82831 · C14686 | 4:49 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h44 | 8:33 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
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Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Small volunteer-run folk museum on Highland rural life, tools, and domestic objects. A rewarding local history stop in nearby Grantown-on-Spey.
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings and costumed interpretation. One of Scotland’s best museum experiences near Aviemore.
Ancient Caledonian pine forest with lochs, trails, and mountain views. One of the area’s essential scenic walking and wildlife spots.
Mountain plateau and visitor area famous for dramatic Cairngorm scenery, walks, and the funicular access zone.
Beautiful freshwater loch ringed by forest, popular for easy walks, watersports, and classic Highland views close to town.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from northeast Scotland, widely loved across the Highlands for its warming flavour.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, offal, suet and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and strongly tied to Highland food culture.
Cranachan combines whipped cream, raspberries, toasted oats, honey and whisky. It celebrates classic Scottish produce and is a favourite Highland dessert.
Well-known casual spot for artisan coffee, brunch, baking and light lunches, popular with locals and visitors after outdoor activities.
Lively traditional inn with strong local reputation for hearty Scottish dishes, venison and whisky in a cosy, characterful atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant at The Old Bridge Inn known for seasonal Scottish cooking, local game and a refined but relaxed Highland setting.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are generally in line with other Scottish tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave a small tip.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Aviemore 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 Aviemore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Aviemore trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Aviemore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Hyndland is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hyndland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hyndland.
Wi-Fi is available at Hyndland.
Ticket office support is available at Hyndland. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hyndland: Parking, WC.
Available at Hyndland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hyndland: 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 Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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 Ticket Office, 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.
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: Yes.
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