Trains to Celtic Park Stadium: Cheap tickets, nearest stations and popular routes

Jay Harlow

Published: Jun 27, 2025

Updated: Aug 28, 2026

If you're heading to cheer on the Celts at Celtic Park, you'll be delighted to know that the train is one of the easiest and most budget-friendly ways of getting there. That's because the nearest station—Dalmarnock—lies just a short walk away and offers frequent services toGlasgow Central for onward connections.

If you're a fan of the beautiful game, a visit to Celtic Park is a must. Known as "Paradise" to locals, this is Scotland's biggest stadium and has been the heart of Scottish football since 1892. Its long and proud history makes it one of those venues that gives you goosebumps the moment you walk through the gates.

This guide covers all you need to know about getting to this iconic stadium by train. You'll see an overview of the best routes from major cities, average prices and even ideas on where to stay.

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What is the nearest train station to Celtic Park?

Dalmarnock Station is your best bet for Celtic Park, sitting just a 10-minute walk from the stadium. While Bridgeton and Bellgrove stations are also nearby, Dalmarnock gives you the most direct route to the ground from major stations.

Exit the station, turn left onto Clydesmill Road, then right onto Janefield Street until you see the stadium on your left. It's very easy to find on match days—just follow the green and white shirts and cheering fans. Be sure to arrive at least an hour before to give yourself enough time to get to your seats.

ScotRail runs this Argyle Line station, and there are regular services to Glasgow Central, allowing you to connect to other stations across Scotland and even into England. There is step-free access to the platforms, ramps to get on and off the train and accessible ticket machines.

You can usually access the station 24/7, but it's only staffed between 07:15–21:30 Monday to Friday.

The address is Dalmarnock Station, Swanston Street, Dalmarnock, Glasgow City, G40 4HG.

Popular train routes to the Celtic Park Stadium

Edinburgh to Celtic Park Stadium

With average prices between £15 and £20 for a 45-mile journey, the train is an affordable way of getting from Edinburgh to the Glasgow area for Celtic Park.

From Edinburgh station, take the CrossCountry service to Glasgow Central, then change at Motherwell for the ScotRail train towards Dalmuir. Dalmarnock is the 7th stop on the line. You can also go via Glasgow Central or Partick if the timing works better for you. The good news is that the whole trip takes between just 1 hour 30 minutes and 1 hour 50 minutes.

Super keen Celts can make a day of it by catching the earliest train at 6:25. This gets you to Dalmarnock by 07:45, plenty of time for a pre-match warm-up with other fans. Most games don't start until later, though, and for a 3 pm kick-off, the 12:08 train is ideal. If you're heading to an evening match at 19:45, take the 17:09 to get there in good time.

The last train back from Dalmarnock to Edinburgh leaves at 22:55, which means you'll have enough time after a late kick-off to get back. This departure involves a change in Cambuslang and will arrive in Edinburgh by 00:36.

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Leeds to Celtic Park Stadium

Even though it's over 200 miles from Leeds to Glasgow, you can easily make it to Celtic Park in time for kick-off. Journey times range from 4 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours, and there are usually around 3 or 4 changes.

One of the quickest routes is to take the Northern train towards Blackpool North and change at Preston (Lancs). From there, you'll jump on the Avanti West Coast service to Glasgow Central, where you'll change to the ScotRail service that's headed towards Motherwell, hopping off at Dalmarnock. First Class is available on the Avanti West Coast legs if you fancy extra comfort on this longer journey.

When it comes to prices, fares vary a lot on this route, from £25 to £70 for advance tickets and £57 to £85 if you're booking last minute. Fortunately, split tickets—booking each leg of the journey separately—can save you a bit of money, with single fares as low as £19 in advance or £35 last-minute. Best of all, Trip.com applies these discounts automatically, so you don't have to figure out the combinations yourself.

To make it in time from Leeds, you'll want to set off early. The 06:58 departure via Preston (Lancs) and Glasgow gets you there by 11:39, meaning you'll be in the nick of time for a 12:30 first whistle. For a 3 pm match, the 08:57 out of Leeds works perfectly, while the 13:18 via Carlisle and Glasgow Central has you covered for evening fixtures.

If you're attending daytime games, you can make it back the same day. You'll want to take the 19:41 train from Dalmarnock and, after changing in Motherwell, Preston and Manchester Oxford Road, you'll be back in Leeds, ready for bed, at 01:36. For late games, or if you're not big on all that travelling in one day, it's a good idea to book a hotel.

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Manchester to Celtic Park Stadium

Even with Old Trafford and the Etihad in your home town, visiting the historic Celtic Park at least once is a must for football fans—and luckily, Manchester to Dalmarnock trains make this pilgrimage reasonably easy.

A mix of TransPennine Express and Northern will get you from Manchester Piccadilly to Celtic Park, typically with 1 change in Glasgow Central. For more choice of departure times, there are also routes with 2 changes, normally in Preston (Lancs) and Glasgow Central. The 178-mile trip takes about 3 hours 49 minutes, meaning it's doable as a day trip if you're up for an early start.

If you want to make a proper day of it, the 04:57 departure gets you to Dalmarnock by 08:46—early enough to grab a full Scottish breakfast and have a look around before the match. Heading for a lunchtime kick-off? The 08:50 train is a good shout, while the 14:50 departure works for evening games during the week. You'll want to book a place to stay if you're going to a 19:45 kick-off, though. That's because the latest train you can catch to get back from Dalmarnock to Manchester on the same day leaves at 19:41.

How much you'll pay for tickets depends on the time of day you travel and how far in advance you book. Last-minute singles cost between £55 and £79, but book in advance and you could pay as little as £16. Keep a lookout for split ticket savings, too—these are automatically shown on Trip.com.

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London to Celtic Park

Yes, it's 415 miles and 5 hours each way, but plenty of fans make this epic journey from London to Dalmarnock to visit the historic Celtic Park. And, it's actually quite straightforward thanks to direct trains from London to Glasgow. Avanti West Coast runs hourly services between London Euston and Glasgow Central, where you change to ScotRail for Dalmarnock. It's then just 2 stops down the line.

With advance single fares from £42—compared to between £94 and £200 last minute—booking early really pays off on this route. First Class with reclining seats is available on the big leg of the journey, too, in case you want a bit more comfort.

As for timings, you'll of course need to set your alarm clock. The 05:48 departure from Euston gets you to Dalmarnock with enough time to take your seats for a 12:30 match. For a 3 pm kick-off, the 09:30 train is ideal, while the 13:30 works for evening fixtures.

If you want to get back from Dalmarnock to London the same day, the latest train you can catch leaves at 18:19. After a brief change at Glasgow, this will get you into Euston at 23:40. Otherwise, think about getting a hotel, especially if you're heading for a 19:45 kick-off.

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Hotels near Celtic Park

If you're heading from cities that are further away, such as those down in England, booking a hotel near Celtic Park will give you a more comfortable experience. The great thing is that there are lots of hotels in Glasgow at great prices available on Trip.com. Plus, you'll have the chance to explore this one-of-a-kind Scottish city. Here are some of the nearest places to stay: