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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Barrhead
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Barrhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Barrhead will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 11 trains that leave Glasgow for Barrhead on Sun, Aug 02, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
10:03 AM0h19Glasgow10:22 AMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers- 11:03 AM0h19Glasgow11:22 AMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 12:03 PM0h19Glasgow12:22 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 1:03 PM0h19Glasgow1:22 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 2:03 PM0h19Glasgow2:22 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 10:06 PM0h12Glasgow10:18 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 10:03 AM0h19Glasgow10:22 AMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 11:03 AM0h19Glasgow11:22 AMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 12:03 PM0h19Glasgow12:22 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
- 1:03 PM0h19Glasgow1:22 PMBarrhead$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Barrhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Barrhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Barrhead:
A train is $0.18 (€0.15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glasgow to Barrhead costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Barrhead take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (17m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Barrhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Barrhead trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:58 AM Glasgow | 0h21 | 9:19 AM Barrhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:58 AM Glasgow | 0h21 | 10:19 AM Barrhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Barrhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Barrhead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Barrhead trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Barrhead from $7 (€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 Barrhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Barrhead 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 Barrhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Barrhead
Most Glasgow to Barrhead trains use the Glasgow Central to Barrhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Barrhead 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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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, 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.
Getting to Crossmyloof from Glasgow city centre
Crossmyloof is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Crossmyloof train station facilities and services
Crossmyloof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crossmyloof.
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 Crossmyloof: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Crossmyloof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Barrhead station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Barrhead from Barrhead city centre
Barrhead train station facilities and services
Barrhead has practical services for this route, including 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 Barrhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrhead. 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 Barrhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to platforms 2 & 3 - lift to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 8, 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: No.
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