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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 23
48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
52 m
Trains on Sep 23
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Troon to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Troon to Glasgow will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 2 trains from Troon to Glasgow, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
W69638
L87333
L87333
W69638Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Troon to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.28. The journey takes 44m versus 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Troon to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87333 | 5:26 AM Troon station (TRN) | 0h48 | 6:14 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69638 | 5:47 AM Troon station (TRN) | 0h55 | 6:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Troon to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Troon 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 Troon to Glasgow trains use the Troon to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardonald. Use this guide to compare Troon and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Troon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Troon.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Troon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Troon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Troon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Troon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Troon: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Marine Hotel, South Beach Hotel, Piersland House.
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.
Cardonald is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cardonald.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardonald: Parking.
Available at Cardonald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Mount Florida is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mount Florida has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Mount Florida.
Wi-Fi is available at Mount Florida.
Ticket office support is available at Mount Florida. 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 Mount Florida: Parking, WC.
Available at Mount Florida: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mount Florida: 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 Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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: No.
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