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Glasgow to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 14,16 €, with average prices for this route around 20,20 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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    From 14,16 €
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    From 14,16 €
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06:00
Glasgow Queen Street
06:47
Edinburgh (Waverley)
47m, DirectScotRail
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06:06
Glasgow Queen Street
07:03
Edinburgh Park
57m, DirectScotRail
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06:14
Glasgow Central
07:44
Edinburgh (Waverley)
1h 30m, DirectScotRail
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06:17
Glasgow Queen Street
07:21
Edinburgh Park
1h 4m, DirectScotRail
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06:36
Glasgow Queen Street
07:36
Edinburgh Park
1h 0m, DirectScotRail
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06:45
Glasgow Queen Street
07:37
Paris
52m, DirectScotRail
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Glasgow to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
23:53
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
45m
Distance
Distance
68 km
Price
Price
14,16 €*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.