4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Carnoustie
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$61
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$82
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 20
8
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Carnoustie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Carnoustie will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 8 trains from Glasgow to Carnoustie, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
9:33 AM1h52Glasgow11:25 AMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers- 1:45 PM1h37Glasgow3:22 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 5:45 PM1h36Glasgow7:21 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 9:45 PM1h37Glasgow11:22 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM1h54Glasgow5:39 PMCarnoustie$761One-way1 transfer
- 5:45 PM1h36Glasgow7:21 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 PM1h37Glasgow3:22 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 9:45 PM1h37Glasgow11:22 PMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 9:33 AM1h52Glasgow11:25 AMCarnoustie$611One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM1h54Glasgow5:39 PMCarnoustie$761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Carnoustie
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Carnoustie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Carnoustie:
A bus is $38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Carnoustie costing on average $51.
Other travel options to Carnoustie take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $51 compared to roughly $31 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 Carnoustie train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Carnoustie trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L86900 · C14575 | On time 5:51 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h03 | 7:54 AM Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Carnoustie
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Carnoustie run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Carnoustie trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Carnoustie from $9. 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 Carnoustie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Carnoustie
Most Glasgow to Carnoustie trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Carnoustie station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Carnoustie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Carnoustie 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.
Which Carnoustie station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Carnoustie from Carnoustie city centre
Carnoustie train station facilities and services
Carnoustie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carnoustie.
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 Carnoustie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carnoustie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnoustie: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or level crossing 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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