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Compare train and bus for Paisley to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paisley to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Compare the available ways to get from Paisley to Glasgow, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 8m faster (15m by train vs 23m by car) and roughly $38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 vs $45). 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.
Travel optionsfrom Paisley to Glasgow
How to get from Paisley to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Paisley to Glasgow is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W6821110:03 AM 0h16 Hawkhead (HKH) 10:19 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
W6821110:03 AM 0h16 Hawkhead (HKH) 10:19 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
L875158:06 AM 0h12 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) 8:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
W6821710:33 AM 0h16 Hawkhead (HKH) 10:49 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
W682019:03 AM 0h17 Hawkhead (HKH) 9:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
W682089:33 AM 0h18 Hawkhead (HKH) 9:51 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 19 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paisley and Glasgow as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) and arrive in Glasgow Central (GLC).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Glasgow by train.
- 19 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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