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Compare bus for Kirkintilloch to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkintilloch 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 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$7 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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You'll arrive about 9m sooner (12m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $4 (€3) 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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The best way to travel from Kirkintilloch to Glasgow is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kirkintilloch and Glasgow as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Lenzie station (LNZ) and arrive in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Glasgow by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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