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Compare train for Glasgow to Montrose
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Montrose among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$47 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $47 (€40) compared to roughly $38 (€32) 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.
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.
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How to get from Glasgow to Montrose by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Montrose is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

7:40 AM 2h10 Glasgow 9:50 AM Montrose $55 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:40 AM 2h10 Glasgow 9:50 AM Montrose $55 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:40 AM 2h10 Glasgow 9:50 AM Montrose $55 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 Glasgow and Montrose as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Montrose station (MTS).
- Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway to go to Montrose by train.
- 5 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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