- Must visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand Spanish Baroque building.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hawkhead to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hawkhead to Glasgow will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 10 trains that leave Hawkhead for Glasgow on Tue, Jul 14, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 18 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hawkhead to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hawkhead to Glasgow:
A train is $1 (€0.90) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hawkhead to Glasgow costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (17m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Hawkhead to Glasgow trains for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h22 | 6:55 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 7:21 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 7:49 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 8:21 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h19 | 8:52 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Hawkhead | 0h17 | 9:20 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 9:51 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:03 AM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 10:19 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 10:49 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:03 AM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 11:21 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 11:49 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 12:19 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 12:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 1:21 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 1:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 2:19 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 2:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h19 | 3:22 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 3:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h20 | 4:23 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 4:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 5:19 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 5:49 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 6:19 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 6:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:03 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 7:19 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h21 | 7:54 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:34 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 8:50 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM Hawkhead | 0h21 | 10:01 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 PM Hawkhead | 0h16 | 10:49 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:04 PM Hawkhead | 0h18 | 11:22 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:34 PM Hawkhead | 0h17 | 11:51 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hawkhead to Glasgow run on average 12 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand Spanish Baroque building.
Acclaimed museum in Pollok Country Park displaying international art, medieval objects, and decorative arts from the Burrell bequest.
Award-winning transport museum on the Clyde with historic cars, locomotives, and recreated street scenes.
Charming cobbled lane in the West End known for its atmosphere, lights, and photogenic character.
The city’s oldest public park, ideal for walking and seeing major civic landmarks along the River Clyde.
Central civic square surrounded by important buildings and statues, often the starting point for exploring the city centre.
Scotland’s best-known traditional dish: a peppery savoury pudding of minced offal, oats and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. A classic Glasgow pub meal.
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, often finished with milk or cream. Common across Glasgow and a staple on traditional menus.
A small double-crust meat pie, usually filled with seasoned minced lamb or mutton. It is a classic snack from Scottish bakeries and football grounds.
A highly regarded modern Scottish restaurant in Finnieston, known for seasonal produce, polished service and a contemporary fine-dining feel.
An established West End institution known for refined Scottish cooking, strong whisky selection and a characterful split-level dining room.
A long-running Glasgow favourite for classic Scottish seafood and elegant dining in a traditional city-centre setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, but small tips are appreciated.
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Glasgow Queen Street -> Glasgow Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hawkhead to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hawkhead to Glasgow trains use the Hawkhead to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathcart. Use this guide to compare Hawkhead and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Cathcart is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Cathcart 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 options are available at Cathcart.
Ticket office support is available at Cathcart. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cathcart: Parking.
Available at Cathcart: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathcart: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up 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.
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.
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