Trains from Glasgow to Kildonan
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Travelling from Glasgow to Kildonan by train
Looking to travel from Glasgow to Kildonan by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 44 minutes to travel from Glasgow to Kildonan by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 7 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 160 miles (258 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Kildonan, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. ScotRail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Kildonan in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Glasgow to Kildonan in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Glasgow to Kildonan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Glasgow to Kildonan take?
The average journey time by train between Glasgow and Kildonan is 7 hours and 44 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Glasgow and Kildonan by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Glasgow to Kildonan is 6 hours and 7 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Glasgow to Kildonan?
No, there are no direct train services from Glasgow to Kildonan. Travelling from Glasgow to Kildonan by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Glasgow to Kildonan leave?
The first train from Glasgow to Kildonan leaves at 06:07. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Glasgow to Kildonan leave?
The last train from Glasgow to Kildonan leaves at 18:07. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Glasgow and Kildonan by train?
Trains travelling from Glasgow to Kildonan cover a distance of around 160 miles (258 km) during the journey.
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Kildonan
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