- Must visit
National Museum of Flight
Small specialist aviation museum near East Fortune with aircraft displays and restoration work. Best for visitors interested in Scottish flying history.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$17
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 07
42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
50 m
Trains on Sep 07
18
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Livingston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Livingston will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 18 trains from Glasgow to Livingston, including 12 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
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W68979Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Livingston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$20 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Livingston:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Livingston costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Livingston take longer:
Train takes on average 57m.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Livingston trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87806 · W69965 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h07 | 9:07 AM Uphall (UHA) | 1 transfer | |
L88234 | 8:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h42 | 8:49 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68912 | 8:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h58 | 9:06 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68912 | 8:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h01 | 9:09 AM Uphall (UHA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87815 · C15025 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h12 | 9:27 AM Uphall (UHA) | 1 transfer | |
L87815 · C15025 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h16 | 9:31 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 1 transfer | |
W84266 | 8:17 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h01 | 9:18 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68979 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h58 | 9:36 AM Uphall (UHA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68979 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h55 | 9:33 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87829 · W68950 | 8:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h12 | 9:57 AM Uphall (UHA) | 1 transfer | |
L87829 · W68950 | 8:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h16 | 10:01 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 1 transfer | |
L88238 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h51 | 9:51 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68988 | 9:09 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h03 | 10:12 AM Uphall (UHA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W68988 | 9:09 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h00 | 10:09 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87845 · W68956 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h15 | 10:30 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 1 transfer | |
W84203 | 9:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h55 | 10:13 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88242 | 10:02 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h46 | 10:48 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84218 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h02 | 11:17 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Livingston run on average 16 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Livingston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Livingston trip today.
Small specialist aviation museum near East Fortune with aircraft displays and restoration work. Best for visitors interested in Scottish flying history.
Working industrial museum telling West Lothian's shale oil story. Historic buildings, engines, and demonstrations make it a rewarding visit.
Hands-on local heritage museum with period buildings, farm displays, and collections. Strong family appeal and good context for Livingston's past.
Large country park with riverside paths, open meadows, and family activities. One of Livingston's best outdoor areas for easy walks.
Scenic lochside circuit beside Linlithgow Palace. The easy walk combines water views, wildlife, and one of Scotland's finest royal settings.
Popular landscaped park with loch views, sculpture, and easy trails. A central green space ideal for relaxing between shopping and sightseeing.
Scotland’s national dish of minced sheep offal, oats, suet, onion and spice in a casing. A must-try for its deep ties to Scottish identity and Burns Night.
Mashed swede and potato, often served with haggis. This simple side is a staple of traditional Scottish comfort food.
A rich broth of smoked haddock, potato and onion. Originating in northeast Scotland, it is beloved across the country for its warming flavour.
Stylish modern restaurant and bar at Macdonald Houstoun House, serving Scottish and international dishes in a quieter hotel setting.
Established steakhouse at Livingston Designer Outlet serving grilled meats, burgers and cocktails in a polished but relaxed chain setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant offering pasta, pizza and classic mains. A dependable casual choice for groups and families in Livingston.
Moderate for the UK. Hotel rates are often lower than Edinburgh, while dining and local transport are typical Scottish town prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Livingston North -> Livingston South
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Livingston 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 Livingston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Livingston trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Livingston North station pair, with some services arriving at Uphall. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Livingston 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.
Bellgrove is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Bellgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bellgrove.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bellgrove: Parking.
Available at Bellgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Livingston North is 1 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Livingston North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Livingston North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Livingston North: Parking.
Available at Livingston North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Livingston North: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 7, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Uphall is 2 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Uphall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Uphall: Parking.
Available at Uphall: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uphall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 10, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Livingston South is 3 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Livingston South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Livingston South.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Livingston South: Parking.
Available at Livingston South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Livingston South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms, narrow platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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