4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Livingston
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
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 $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Livingston on Fri, Jul 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
10:15 AM1h02Glasgow11:17 AMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers- 4:53 PM0h49Glasgow5:42 PMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers
- 10:02 AM0h46Glasgow10:48 AMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM1h16Glasgow9:01 AMLivingston$161One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM1h16Glasgow10:01 AMLivingston$161One-way0 transfers
- 10:02 AM0h46Glasgow10:48 AMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers
- 4:53 PM0h49Glasgow5:42 PMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM1h02Glasgow11:17 AMLivingston$141One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM1h16Glasgow10:01 AMLivingston$161One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM1h16Glasgow9:01 AMLivingston$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Livingston
Omio 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 prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$14 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m 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 $8 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Livingston costing on average $14 (€14).
Other travel options to Livingston take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
Live departures
Glasgow to Livingston train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Livingston trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM Glasgow | 1h16 | 9:01 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 AM Glasgow | 1h16 | 10:01 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:02 AM Glasgow | 0h46 | 10:48 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Glasgow | 1h02 | 11:17 AM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:53 PM Glasgow | 0h49 | 5:42 PM Livingston | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Livingston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Livingston run on average 18 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€6) by bus.
There are 13 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 44m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€13) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Livingston trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Livingston from $6 (€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 Livingston
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Livingston
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.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Livingston 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 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 Bellgrove from Glasgow city centre
Bellgrove is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Bellgrove train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bellgrove.
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 Bellgrove: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bellgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Livingston station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Livingston North from Livingston city centre
Livingston North is 1 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Livingston North train station facilities and services
Livingston North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Livingston North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Livingston North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Livingston North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Uphall from Livingston city centre
Uphall is 2 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Uphall train station facilities and services
Uphall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, 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 Uphall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Uphall: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Livingston South from Livingston city centre
Livingston South is 3 km from Livingston city centre. Public transport options include:
Livingston South train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Livingston South.
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 Livingston South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Livingston South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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