4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Kilsyth
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Kilsyth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Kilsyth will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Kilsyth on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 11 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.
2:15 PM0h11Glasgow2:26 PMKilsyth$81One-way0 transfers
- 2:15 PM0h11Glasgow2:26 PMKilsyth$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Kilsyth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kilsyth 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 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Kilsyth take longer:
Bus takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (12m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $6 (€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.
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 Kilsyth train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Kilsyth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:15 PM Glasgow | 0h11 | 2:26 PM Kilsyth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Kilsyth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Kilsyth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Kilsyth trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Kilsyth 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 Kilsyth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Kilsyth 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 Kilsyth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Kilsyth
Most Glasgow to Kilsyth trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Croy station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Kilsyth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Kilsyth 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 Mosspark from Glasgow city centre
Mosspark is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mosspark train station facilities and services
Mosspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mosspark.
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 Mosspark: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Mosspark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mosspark: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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.
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