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Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street, starting from £11.20 and averaging £16.60. The entire journey takes no more than 44m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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06:00 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 06:48 Glasgow Queen Street | 48m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:04 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 07:27 Glasgow Queen Street | 1h 23m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:18 Edinburgh Park | 07:30 Glasgow Queen Street | 1h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:25 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 07:45 Glasgow Queen Street | 1h 20m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:45 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 07:37 Glasgow Queen Street | 52m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:48 Edinburgh Park | 08:00 Paris | 1h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street train route details

First train
06:00

Last train
23:45

Journey time
44m

Distance
42 miles

Price
£11.20*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street, 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%
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!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.