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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 12 trains that leave Paisley St James (PYJ) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Wed, Jun 03, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 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.
W838648:42 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)8:59 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers- W8387710:10 AM0h18Paisley St James (PYJ)10:28 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W686798:21 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)8:38 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W838689:11 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)9:28 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W8388010:40 AM0h18Paisley St James (PYJ)10:58 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W838648:42 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)8:59 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W686798:21 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)8:38 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W838689:11 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)9:28 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- L871506:51 AM0h17Paisley St James (PYJ)7:08 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
- W8387710:10 AM0h18Paisley St James (PYJ)10:28 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (18m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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
Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68644 | 5:53 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h19 | 6:12 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68648 | 6:29 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h24 | 6:53 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87150 | 6:51 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h17 | 7:08 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83850 | 7:11 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h18 | 7:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83854 | 7:41 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h19 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68792 | 7:49 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h18 | 8:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68679 | 8:21 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h17 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83864 | 8:42 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h17 | 8:59 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83868 | 9:11 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h17 | 9:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83873 | 9:40 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h18 | 9:58 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83877 | 10:10 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h18 | 10:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W83880 | 10:40 AM Paisley St James (PYJ) | 0h18 | 10:58 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 08:21. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 7:21 AM |
Last train 8:21 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Paisley St James (PYJ) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from $7 (€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 Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley St James (PYJ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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