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Glasgow Central to Tarbet train prices and times
Planning a journey from Glasgow Central to Tarbet? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £16.50, with average prices for this route around £16.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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16:25 Glasgow Central | 17:52 Arrochar & Tarbet | 1h 27m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:08 Glasgow Central | 19:37 Paris | 1h 29m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Glasgow Central to Tarbet train route details

First train
05:05

Last train
18:08

Journey time
1h 27m

Distance
30 miles

Price
£16.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Tarbet

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Glasgow Central to Tarbet. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Glasgow Central to Tarbet, 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 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 Tarbet more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Glasgow Central to Tarbet train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Glasgow Central to Tarbet with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
- 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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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
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%.