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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Melrose
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Melrose is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Melrose will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Melrose on Sat, Jul 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 04 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Sat, Jul 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
9:30 AM2h12Glasgow11:42 AMMelrose$461One-way0 transfers- 10:30 AM2h12Glasgow12:42 PMMelrose$461One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM2h12Glasgow12:42 PMMelrose$461One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM2h12Glasgow11:42 AMMelrose$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Melrose
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Melrose among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$46 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Melrose:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Melrose costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Melrose take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 46m.
Live departures
Glasgow to Melrose train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Melrose trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM Glasgow | 2h12 | 11:42 AM Melrose | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Melrose
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Melrose run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 5:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Glasgow to Melrose trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Glasgow and Melrose from $32 (€26). 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 Melrose
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Melrose 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 Melrose, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Melrose
Most Glasgow to Melrose trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Tweedbank station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Melrose train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Melrose 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.
Which Melrose station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Melrose from Melrose city centre
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