How to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie

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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Milngavie

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Milngavie 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 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.

Distance: 5 miles (9 km)

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Driving

$7

Average price

Cheapest

$46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

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30m

Additional time*

26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Milngavie:

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Milngavie costing on average $7 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to Milngavie take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Milngavie including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Milngavie among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2m faster (24m by train vs 26m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $46 (€37)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Glasgow to Milngavie

How to get from Glasgow to Milngavie by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ScotrailC15475
    7:08 AM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    7:31 AMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ScotrailC15475
    7:08 AM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    7:31 AMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ScotrailC15475
    7:08 AM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    7:31 AMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ScotrailC15477
    1:08 PM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    1:31 PMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailC15510
    12:08 PM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    12:31 PMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • ScotrailC15471
    12:38 PM0h23
    Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    1:01 PMMilngavie station (MLN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow to Milngavie

Travel to Milngavie easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Milngavie.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Glasgow and Milngavie including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Milngavie:

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Milngavie costing on average $7 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Milngavie is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to Milngavie take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 8m.

The distance from Glasgow to Milngavie is approximately 5 miles (9 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Milngavie is:
  • Around 25 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Milngavie as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Milngavie:
  • Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Milngavie station (MLN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Milngavie, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Coast Motors, Midland Bluebird, First Greater Glasgow to go to Milngavie by bus.
  • Travel with Scotrail, ScotRail to go to Milngavie by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Glasgow to Milngavie with the following travel companies:
  • 25 direct buses per day with West Coast Motors, Midland Bluebird, First Greater Glasgow.
  • 9 direct trains per day with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Milngavie often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, London, Ingliston, Fort William, Inverness. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milngavie and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milngavie to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milngavie, you can start the famous West Highland Way trail, explore Milngavie Town Centre with its shops and cafes, or enjoy a round at Milngavie Golf Club. For scenic walks, visit Craigmaddie Reservoir or the peaceful Milngavie Reservoirs. Discover local history at the Milngavie Heritage Centre. Best sights include Mugdock Country Park with its trails and wildlife, the tranquil Allander Water, and the serene Tannoch Loch. Lennox Park offers gardens and play areas for a relaxing day out.
For Milngavie, a visit of one to two days is typically sufficient to explore the town and enjoy the start of the West Highland Way.

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