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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Coatbridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Coatbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Coatbridge:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glasgow to Coatbridge costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Coatbridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39 (€32). The journey takes 42m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Coatbridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Coatbridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Coatbridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Coatbridge trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Coatbridge from $8 (€7). 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 Coatbridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Coatbridge 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 Coatbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Coatbridge
Most Glasgow to Coatbridge trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Coatdyke station pair, with some services arriving at Coatbridge Sunnyside. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Coatbridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Coatbridge 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.
Getting to High Street (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Street (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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Coatbridge station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Coatbridge Sunnyside from Coatbridge city centre
Coatbridge Sunnyside train station facilities and services
Coatbridge Sunnyside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coatbridge Sunnyside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coatbridge Sunnyside. 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 Coatbridge Sunnyside: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatbridge Sunnyside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coatbridge Sunnyside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 1, steep ramp to platform 2 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Coatdyke from Coatbridge city centre
Coatdyke is 1 km from Coatbridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Coatdyke train station facilities and services
Coatdyke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coatdyke.
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 Coatdyke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatdyke: Bike Parking.
Getting to Coatbridge Central from Coatbridge city centre
Coatbridge Central train station facilities and services
Coatbridge Central 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 Coatbridge Central.
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 Coatbridge Central: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatbridge Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coatbridge Central: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, connecting stairs & underpass to platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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