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Rutherglen to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Rutherglen to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.80, with average prices for this route around £2.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:28 23m, Direct Croftfoot	12:51 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
12:32 11m, Direct Rutherglen	12:43 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
12:44 9m, Direct Rutherglen	12:53 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
12:53 9m, Direct Rutherglen	13:02 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
12:57 16m, Direct Croftfoot	13:13 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
13:06 9m, Direct Rutherglen	13:15 Paris	Find Tickets

Rutherglen to Glasgow Central Train Route Details

First train

06:14

Last train

23:32

Departure station

Rutherglen

Arrival station

Glasgow Central

Journey time

Distance

5 km

Price

£2.80*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Rutherglen to Glasgow Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Rutherglen to Glasgow Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 traveling from Rutherglen to Glasgow Central, 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 Rutherglen to Glasgow Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Rutherglen to Glasgow Central 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:

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Rutherglen to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Rutherglen to Glasgow Central Train Route Details