How to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow by train?

From Edinburgh to Glasgow by train

Take one direct train from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min.

65min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Glasgow
Leaves from Edinburgh
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to Glasgow
    Walk to
    Glasgow
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Glasgow by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Edinburgh station to Haymarket station. Next, take the 900 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min.

89min
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 900900
Walk to Glasgow
Leaves from Edinburgh
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200246935
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 900900
    Wait for bus
    900
    Glasgow
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903765
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to Glasgow
    Walk to
    Glasgow
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Glasgow
The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Glasgow, Scotland is approximately 50.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Glasgow by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
Public transport stations close to Glasgow, Scotland

Glasgow is located at Glasgow, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow.

Train stations close to Glasgow:

  • Glasgow Queen Street

Bus stations close to Glasgow:

  • Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
Related Routes

From Edinburgh to Glasgow by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Edinburgh station to Haymarket station. Next, take the 900 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min.

89min
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 900900
Walk to Glasgow
Leaves from Edinburgh
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200246935
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 900900
    Wait for bus
    900
    Glasgow
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903765
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to Glasgow
    Walk to
    Glasgow
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 65 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 900.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Glasgow in Scotland?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland in 1 hr 5 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Glasgow in Scotland by train is about 1 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Glasgow in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Glasgow in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street station, which is closest to Glasgow in Scotland.

  • When is the last bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The last bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland is the Glasgow - Edinburgh line. It leaves the North St David Street, Edinburgh stop at 02:45.

  • When is the first train from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The first train from Edinburgh to Glasgow in Scotland is Caledonian Sleeper. It leaves the Edinburgh station at 05:50.

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