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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Dornoch
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Dornoch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Dornoch will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Dornoch on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
10:08 AM5h05Glasgow3:13 PMDornoch$541One-way0 transfers- 1:40 PM4h44Glasgow6:24 PMDornoch$1291One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 PM4h44Glasgow5:24 PMDornoch$1301One-way0 transfers
- 1:40 PM4h44Glasgow6:24 PMDornoch$1291One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 PM4h44Glasgow5:24 PMDornoch$1301One-way0 transfers
- 10:08 AM5h05Glasgow3:13 PMDornoch$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Glasgow to Dornoch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Dornoch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Dornoch:
A train is $87 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Dornoch costing on average $185 (€149).
Other travel options to Dornoch take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (3h 51m by train vs 4h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $98 (€79) compared to roughly $74 (€60) 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.
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 Dornoch train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Dornoch trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:08 AM Glasgow | 5h05 | 3:13 PM Dornoch | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:40 PM Glasgow | 4h44 | 5:24 PM Dornoch | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:40 PM Glasgow | 4h44 | 6:24 PM Dornoch | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Dornoch
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Dornoch run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 6:29 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Dornoch trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Dornoch from $53 (€43). 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 Dornoch
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Dornoch 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 Dornoch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Dornoch
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:15 Scottish Bookings only
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off in front of the station on High Street
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