The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Nairn
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Nairn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Nairn will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Nairn on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 56 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Nairn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Nairn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €165.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €165 Average price |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Nairn train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Nairn trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:41 AM Glasgow | 4h56 | 2:37 PM Nairn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Nairn
Trains from Glasgow to Nairn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 19:18 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Nairn trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Nairn from $16 (€13). 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 Nairn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Nairn 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 Nairn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Nairn
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- 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 Ticket Office
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:10 - 15:14 Saturday 08:10 - 15:14 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. Level to platform 1, level access to platform 2 via Balbalair road (rough ground) and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilets can be electronically opened by staff in the Ticket Office. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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