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Glasgow Central to Rutherglen train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.10, with average prices for this route around £3.10.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:18 Glasgow Central	06:27 Rutherglen	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Glasgow Central	06:37 Rutherglen	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:34 Glasgow Central	06:43 Rutherglen	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Glasgow Central	06:57 Rutherglen	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Glasgow Central	07:06 Rutherglen	9m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:04 Glasgow Central	07:13 Paris	9m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to Rutherglen train route details

First train

06:18

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

Rutherglen

Journey time

Distance

4 miles

Price

£3.10*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen

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 Glasgow Central to Rutherglen can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow Central to Rutherglen train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Glasgow Central to Rutherglen with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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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
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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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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*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%.

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