The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Johnstone
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Johnstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Johnstone will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 8 trains that leave Glasgow for Johnstone on Mon, Jun 29, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 14 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.
6:00 AM0h15Glasgow6:15 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM0h13Glasgow6:28 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
6:31 AM0h13Glasgow6:44 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM0h15Glasgow7:00 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
7:01 AM0h16Glasgow7:17 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM0h13Glasgow6:28 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
6:31 AM0h13Glasgow6:44 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM0h13Glasgow7:43 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
7:15 AM0h14Glasgow7:29 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
7:45 AM0h14Glasgow7:59 AMJohnstone$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Johnstone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Johnstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m 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 Johnstone:
A bus is $1 (€0.92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Johnstone costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Johnstone take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (14m by train vs 24m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $5 (€5) 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, 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 Johnstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Johnstone trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Glasgow | 0h15 | 6:15 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Glasgow | 0h13 | 6:28 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:31 AM Glasgow | 0h13 | 6:44 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Glasgow | 0h15 | 7:00 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Glasgow | 0h16 | 7:17 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Glasgow | 0h14 | 7:29 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Glasgow | 0h13 | 7:43 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Glasgow | 0h14 | 7:59 AM Johnstone | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Johnstone
Trains from Glasgow to Johnstone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Johnstone trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Johnstone from $7 (€6). 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 Johnstone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Johnstone 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 Johnstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Johnstone
Most Glasgow to Johnstone trains use the Glasgow Central to Johnstone station pair, with some services arriving at Milliken Park. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Johnstone 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 Garrowhill from Glasgow city centre
Garrowhill is 8 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Garrowhill train station facilities and services
Garrowhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Garrowhill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Garrowhill. 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 Garrowhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Garrowhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garrowhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.
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 Johnstone station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Johnstone from Johnstone city centre
Johnstone train station facilities and services
Johnstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Johnstone.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Johnstone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Johnstone. 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 Johnstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Johnstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Johnstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 - connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 11, 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.
Getting to Milliken Park from Johnstone city centre
Milliken Park is 1 km from Johnstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Milliken Park train station facilities and services
Milliken Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
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 Milliken Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Milliken Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milliken Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms, 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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