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Find the best prices from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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Glasgow to Edinburgh Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh, starting from SEK 151.17 and averaging SEK 215.68. The entire journey takes no more than 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:50 Glasgow Queen Street | 08:01 Edinburgh Park |  | Find Tickets |
06:59 Glasgow Central | 08:14 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
07:05 Glasgow Central | 08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
07:08 Glasgow Queen Street | 08:08 Edinburgh Park | | Find Tickets |
07:13 Glasgow Central | 08:49 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
07:15 Glasgow Queen Street | 08:05 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Glasgow to Edinburgh Train Route Details
First train
06:00
Last train
23:53
Journey time
45m
Distance
68 km
Price
SEK 151.17*
How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 to Edinburgh, 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%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Glasgow to Edinburgh train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
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
Valid for both an outbound 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.