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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central

Cheapest
54 min
Car
74 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Edinburgh to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.18–$10.13

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$41.77

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central is to rideshare which costs $3.59 - $8.70 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Glasgow Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Glasgow Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

The distance between Edinburgh and Glasgow Central is 76 km. The road distance is 74.6 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central without a car is to train via Glasgow Queen Street which takes 58 min and costs $16.30 - $35.87 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Glasgow Central bus from?

Edinburgh to Glasgow Central bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Glasgow Central train from?

Edinburgh to Glasgow Central train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central is to train via Glasgow Queen Street which takes 58 min and costs $16.30 - $35.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $11.96 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Glasgow Central bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Glasgow Central bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Glasgow Central train arrive?

Edinburgh to Glasgow Central train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Glasgow Central is 75 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

Book your Edinburgh to Glasgow Central train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

Book your Edinburgh to Glasgow Central bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Glasgow Central?

There are 1212+ hotels available in Glasgow Central. Prices start at $39.65 per night.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Glasgow Central?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Glasgow Central. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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