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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, while a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$67 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Mallaig, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $67 (€56) compared to roughly $94 (€79) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€23). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 3h 36m 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 Glasgow to Mallaig by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Mallaig is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 11:22 AM5h21Glasgow4:43 PMMallaig$691One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- 11:22 AM5h21Glasgow4:43 PMMallaig$691One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- 6:24 PM5h15Glasgow11:39 PMMallaig$711One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 12:22 PM5h21Glasgow5:43 PMMallaig$701One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow to Mallaig
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Mallaig as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Mallaig station (MLG).
- Travel with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Mallaig by train.
- 2 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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