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Train Tickets to Glasgow Central

London Euston to Glasgow Central

4h 31m

From

£35.80

Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central

3h 11m

From

£10.80

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Central

57m

From

£11.97

Train travel to Glasgow Central guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Opened in 1879, Glasgow Central Station is the busiest railway station in Scotland, accommodating over 38 million passengers per year. This historic train station features a large glass-walled bridge called the Hielanman's Umbrella, which was showcased on the TV show Inside Central Station. Glasgow Central Station has 17 platforms divided into two levels, served by six train companies, offering convenient routes to major destinations such as Manchester Airport, Edinburgh Waverley, and Birmingham New Street.

What’s more, just a short walk from the station, you can explore Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, which houses an extensive collection of art, including works by European masters. Nearby, the University of Glasgow, with its stunning Gothic architecture, offers visitors a chance to admire historic buildings, the beautiful University Gardens, and renowned museums like the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery.

Which train companies run trains to Glasgow Central?

Providers that offer services to and from Glasgow Central include: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, ScotRail, LNER and West Midla. Please note that journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with.

What are Glasgow Central's opening hours?

You can expect Glasgow Central to be open between the hours of 0:00 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Glasgow Central

Glasgow Central offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Glasgow Central?

Trains to and from Glasgow Central connect easily to popular destinations like London, London Euston, Manchester, Birmingham and Manchester Piccadilly. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.

Glasgow Central live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Glasgow Central, check now to plan your next journey.

Departures
Arrivals

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Glasgow Central to Garscadden	08:27	12m	ScotRail	Exp. 08:29
Glasgow Central to Ayr	08:30	55m	ScotRail	On time
Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour	08:34	48m	ScotRail	On time
Glasgow Central to Motherwell	08:34	34m	ScotRail	On time
Glasgow Central to Dalmuir	08:34	27m	ScotRail	On time

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Carstairs to Glasgow Central	08:26	49m	ScotRail	Exp. 08:28
Largs to Glasgow Central	08:27	1h 1m	ScotRail	On time
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glasgow Central	08:28	1h 30m	ScotRail	On time
Neilston to Glasgow Central	08:30	36m	ScotRail	On time
Ayr to Glasgow Central	08:32	55m	ScotRail	On time