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East Kilbride to Glasgow Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 12 daily train trips between East Kilbride and Glasgow. The average train journey from East Kilbride to Glasgow takes 21 minutes, but some ScotRail train trips are as short as 17 minutes.
| Distance | 7 mi (12 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 17m |
| Lowest price | $5.05 |
| Trains per day | 48 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from East Kilbride to Glasgow?
ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects East Kilbride to Glasgow. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScotRail | 12 | 0h 22m | $5.24 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from East Kilbride to Glasgow
Trains from East Kilbride to Glasgow are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs East Kilbride at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 48 of these are direct connections to Glasgow. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to East Kilbride.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in East Kilbride?
Main departure station: East Kilbride
There are two stations in East Kilbride where you can board the train to Glasgow.
All train stations in East Kilbride:
East Kilbride
Hairmyres Station
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Main arrival station: Crossmyloof
Glasgow receives travelers from East Kilbride at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Crossmyloof
Pollokshaws West
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