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Glasgow to Saltcoats train with Scotrail
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Saltcoats
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Saltcoats among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$15 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Saltcoats:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Saltcoats costing on average $15 (€13).
Other travel options to Saltcoats take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 53m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (43m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€13) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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, 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.
Live departures
Glasgow to Saltcoats train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Saltcoats trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 9:45 AM Glasgow | 0h43 | 10:28 AM Saltcoats | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Saltcoats
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Saltcoats run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Glasgow to Saltcoats trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Saltcoats from $9 (€7). 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 Saltcoats
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Saltcoats
Most Glasgow to Saltcoats trains use the Glasgow Central to Saltcoats station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Saltcoats train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Cardonald from Glasgow city centre
Cardonald is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Cardonald train station facilities and services
Cardonald has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardonald.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardonald. 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 Cardonald: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardonald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardonald: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Small ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Kings Park from Glasgow city centre
Kings Park is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Kings Park train station facilities and services
Kings Park 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 Kings Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kings Park. 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 Kings Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kings Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to island platform, 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.
Which Saltcoats station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Saltcoats from Saltcoats city centre
Saltcoats train station facilities and services
Saltcoats has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saltcoats. 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 Saltcoats: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Saltcoats: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saltcoats: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Card only telephone, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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