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Outbound fromGlasgow to Edinburgh Gateway by train
It takes an average of 1h 18m to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (59 km). There are normally 102 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway and tickets for this journey start from £16.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:15 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh Gateway | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (59 km) | |
| Frequency | 102 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £16.50 | |
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Taking the train from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway in 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel the 36 miles (59 km) from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway by train, although you can get there in as little as 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 102 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with ScotRail or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £16.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Edinburgh Gateway by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh Gateway
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 Edinburgh Gateway 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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