4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Dunbar
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Dunbar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Dunbar will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Dunbar without transferring at least once.
11:15 AM1h29Glasgow12:44 PMDunbar$721One-way1 transfer- 3:15 PM1h50Glasgow5:05 PMDunbar$721One-way1 transfer
- 9:15 PM1h31Glasgow10:46 PMDunbar$721One-way1 transfer
- 9:45 PM1h52Glasgow11:37 PMDunbar$721One-way1 transfer
- 8:00 AM1h32Glasgow9:32 AMDunbar$761One-way1 transfer
- 9:15 AM1h16Glasgow10:31 AMDunbar$761One-way1 transfer
- 1:15 PM1h16Glasgow2:31 PMDunbar$761One-way1 transfer
- 6:02 PM1h18Glasgow7:20 PMDunbar$1271One-way1 transfer
- 5:30 PM1h20Glasgow6:50 PMDunbar$1271One-way1 transfer
- 6:00 AM1h23Glasgow7:23 AMDunbar$901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Dunbar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Dunbar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Dunbar:
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Dunbar costing on average $96 (€78).
Other travel options to Dunbar take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $96 (€78) compared to roughly $28 (€23) 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 Cross Country.
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 Dunbar train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Dunbar trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM Glasgow | 1h14 | 11:44 AM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
 | 10:55 AM Glasgow | 1h30 | 12:25 PM Dunbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Glasgow | 1h25 | 12:25 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 12:00 PM Glasgow | 1h44 | 1:44 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Glasgow | 1h44 | 3:44 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Glasgow | 1h14 | 5:44 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 5:00 PM Glasgow | 1h25 | 6:25 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 PM Glasgow | 1h20 | 6:50 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 PM Glasgow | 1h20 | 7:20 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 PM Glasgow | 1h26 | 7:56 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 7:30 PM Glasgow | 1h21 | 8:51 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 8:00 PM Glasgow | 1h20 | 9:20 PM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 PM Glasgow | 6h40 | 6:10 AM Dunbar | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Dunbar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Dunbar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Cross Country, ScotRail from Glasgow to Dunbar trainsScotrail, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Dunbar from $16 (€13). 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 Dunbar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Dunbar 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 Dunbar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Dunbar
Most Glasgow to Dunbar trains use the Glasgow Central to Dunbar station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Dunbar 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 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 Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre 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 Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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 Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dunbar station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Dunbar from Dunbar city centre
Dunbar train station facilities and services
Dunbar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dunbar.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dunbar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dunbar: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dunbar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dunbar: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Staff members telephone Taxi firm for customers, arrive within a few minutes, 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: Yes.
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