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Train Tickets to Glasgow Central

London Euston to Glasgow Central

5h 29m

From
£28.70

London to Glasgow Central

5h 29m

From
£29.30

Paisley Gilmour Street to Glasgow Central

10m

From
£4.80

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.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before 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.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Glasgow Central to Rutherglen16:4510mScotRailOn time
Glasgow Central to Balloch Central16:4646mScotRailOn time
Glasgow Central to East Kilbride16:4830mScotRailOn time
Glasgow Central to Motherwell16:5025mScotRailOn time
Glasgow Central to Wemyss Bay16:5050mScotRailOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Wemyss Bay to Glasgow Central16:4353mScotRailOn time
Manchester Airport to Glasgow Central16:433h 30mTransPennine ExpressOn time
Larkhall to Glasgow Central16:4435mScotRailOn time
Anderston to Glasgow Central16:441mScotRailOn time
Motherwell to Glasgow Central16:4629mScotRailOn time
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Station Details

Address：

Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL

Ticket Office opening hours:：

Monday to Friday open from 05:15:00 until 20:15:00

Saturday open from 05:15:00 until 18:00:00

Sunday open from 09:00:00 until 19:00:00

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