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Compare train and bus for East Kilbride to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Kilbride to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around €7 compared to roughly €39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €32. The journey takes 32m versus 28m 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.
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How to get from East Kilbride to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from East Kilbride to Glasgow is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

7:28 AM 0h31 East Kilbride 7:59 AM Glasgow €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:28 AM 0h31 East Kilbride 7:59 AM Glasgow €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:28 AM 0h31 East Kilbride 7:59 AM Glasgow €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:59 AM 0h34 East Kilbride 9:33 AM Glasgow €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between East Kilbride and Glasgow as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from East Kilbride station (EKL) and arrive in Glasgow Central (GLC).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Glasgow by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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