4.9
4.6
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Kirkintilloch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Kirkintilloch take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (10m by train vs 19m by car). Tickets start at around $5 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Kirkintilloch by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jul 25
Jul 26
Jul 27
Jul 28
Jul 29
Jul 30
Jul 31
Why should you book Glasgow to Kirkintilloch trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Kirkintilloch from $5 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Scotrail
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch 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 Kirkintilloch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch
Most Glasgow to Kirkintilloch trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Lenzie station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Kirkintilloch train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Kirkintilloch 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 Drumchapel from Glasgow city centre
Drumchapel is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Drumchapel train station facilities and services
Drumchapel 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 Drumchapel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Drumchapel. 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 Drumchapel: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Drumchapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Drumchapel: 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 and connecting footbridge with stairs. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
More options for your journey from Glasgow to Kirkintilloch
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Kirkintilloch and Glasgow
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
