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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street train prices and times
Planning a journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £12.10, with average prices for this route around £16.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Sun, Aug 10From £12.10
- Mon, Aug 11From £12.10
- Tue, Aug 12From £16.60
- Wed, Aug 13From £16.60
- Thu, Aug 14From £16.60
- Fri, Aug 15From £16.60
- Sat, Aug 16From £16.60
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00:03 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 00:58 Glasgow Queen Street | 55m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:12 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 01:24 Glasgow Queen Street | 1h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:42 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 01:34 Glasgow Queen Street | 52m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:00 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 08:56 Glasgow Queen Street | 56m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 09:24 Glasgow Queen Street | 54m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:36 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 09:56 Paris | 1h 20m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street train route details





Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street train tickets: everything you need to know
Edinburgh Waverley Station is located in a picturesque valley between the historic Old Town and the elegant New Town. It offers around 132 regular train services per day to Glasgow Central. The station is served by a variety of reputable train operators, including London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, and ScotRail.
From Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street, there are about 134 direct trains provided by ScotRail every day. The entire journey is typically just over 50 minutes at the fastest time and the price is around £16. You can also alight at Haymarket, Linlithgow and Croy. These services are predominantly provided by ScotRail.
What's more, you can enjoy various premium services onboard, including spacious seats, free Wi-Fi, USB ports, plug sockets, accessible toilets and wheelchair areas. To save on your journey, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, saving you 1/3 on eligible journeys for an entire year.
You will arrive at Glasgow Queen Street, the third busiest station in Scotland. The station features platforms on two levels, with the high-level platforms running directly north-south, serving destinations like Aberdeen and Inverness. The low-level platforms run east-west, connecting to stations such as Helensburgh Central and Springburn.
First-class tickets
The First-class ticket allows you to enjoy premium services throughout the journey from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street.
Typically included in this ticket is:
- Access to the Edinburgh Waverley first-class lounge
- Free Wi-Fi and charging onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
- Wider seats with tables, more legroom
- Wheelchair space and more passenger assists
- Free food and quieter coaches
For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.
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How much does it cost to go from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street by train?
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street varies depending on factors such as the time of booking, type of ticket (peak or Off-Peak), and train operator. Generally, prices start from around £6.20 for a single ticket when booked in advance, though often average around £12.50.
How long is the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street?
The train journey from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street typically takes around 50 minutes, depending on the type of service and the specific stations served along the route.
How many stops are there between Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street?
There are a maximum of 19 stops between Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street, including Uphall, Livingston North, Bathgate, and more.
What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street?
Taking trains is typically a cost-effective and comfortable way of travelling, but there are always ways to help you save even further. For example, Railcards can help reduce fares by a 1/3, and booking in advance can save you an average of 61%. split tickets are another viable option, and can save an average of 30%.
While trains are generally the fastest option for travel between Edinburgh and Glasgow, coach (long-distance bus) travel can sometimes be cheaper. Companies like Megabus offer budget-friendly coach services, although journey times tend to be longer than trains.
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Queen Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same 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
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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