Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Blantyre
Trains from Glasgow to Blantyre run on average 9 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Blantyre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Blantyre 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 Blantyre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Blantyre
Most Glasgow to Blantyre trains use the Glasgow Central to Blantyre station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Blantyre 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.
Which Blantyre station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Blantyre from Blantyre city centre
Blantyre is 3 km from Blantyre city centre. Public transport options include:
Blantyre train station facilities and services
Blantyre 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 Blantyre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blantyre. 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 Blantyre: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blantyre: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blantyre: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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