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National Museum of Scotland
Major national museum spanning science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one of Edinburgh’s essential cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Ingliston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Ingliston will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Ingliston without transferring at least once.
L87815 · SR624000
L87806 · SR623900
L87822 · SR624200
L87815 · SR624000
L87806 · SR623900
L87822 · SR624200Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Ingliston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m 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 Ingliston:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Ingliston costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Ingliston take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 2m.
Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €26. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 49m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Ingliston trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87806 · SR623900 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h17 | 9:17 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
L87815 · SR624000 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h12 | 9:27 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
L87822 · SR624200 | 8:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h17 | 9:47 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Ingliston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Ingliston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ingliston trip today.
Major national museum spanning science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one of Edinburgh’s essential cultural institutions.
National art gallery with Scottish and European masterpieces, centrally located and ideal for classic painting and sculpture lovers.
Compelling museum on Edinburgh’s people, social history, and urban life, set in restored historic buildings near the Royal Mile.
Elegant Georgian avenue anchoring the New Town, admired for architecture, gardens, monuments, and classic Edinburgh cityscape views.
UNESCO-listed medieval heart of the city, packed with closes, courtyards, steep lanes, and layers of Edinburgh history.
Planned Georgian district famed for grand terraces, boutiques, hidden gardens, and a refined contrast to the medieval Old Town.
Haggis is a savory pudding of sheep offal, oats and spices. It is Scotland’s national dish and a classic supper in the Edinburgh area.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from Scotland. It is beloved for its warming flavor in cool weather.
Scotch broth is a hearty soup with lamb, barley and root vegetables. It is a traditional Scottish home-style dish with deep local roots.
Refined fine dining at Prestonfield House in nearby Edinburgh. Known for luxury surroundings, polished service and upscale Scottish produce.
Large traditional pub by Edinburgh Airport serving Scottish classics, pints and casual meals. Popular for a relaxed stop near Ingliston.
Modern Scottish dining inside the DoubleTree by Hilton at Edinburgh Airport. Convenient for Ingliston, with steaks, salmon and a polished hotel setting.
Moderate for the UK. Airport-area stays can cost more, but dining and transit are similar to nearby Edinburgh suburbs.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis often round up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Airport Tram Stop -> St Andrew Square, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Ingliston 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 Ingliston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Ingliston trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Ingliston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: 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.
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