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Outbound fromGlasgow to East Kilbride by train
It takes an average of 34m to travel from Glasgow to East Kilbride by train, over a distance of around 7 miles (12 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to East Kilbride and tickets for this journey start from £5.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:18 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow | |
| Arrival station | East Kilbride | |
| Journey time | From 30m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (12 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.30 | |
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Take the train from Glasgow to East Kilbride in 30 minutes
If you want to travel from Glasgow to East Kilbride by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Glasgow to East Kilbride by train to take around 34 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 35 trains per day running on this route, which spans 7 miles (12 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to East Kilbride. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Glasgow to East Kilbride start from £5.30 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow to East Kilbride is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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