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- Prices shown from Glasgow to Edinburgh are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Glasgow to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh costs only US$5 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 7m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Fastest
Average price
US$17
Average duration
1h 7m
Departure time
16:00 - 22:13
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
US$5
Average duration
1h 23m
Departure time
16:05 - 00:28
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh is Wednesday, with an average price of US$17.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh is Tuesday, with an average price of US$5.
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From Glasgow to Edinburgh: Travel Information
Companies operating from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Find stations and airports near Glasgow and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near Glasgow
Glasgow Queen Street
Glasgow Central
Argyle Street
High Street (Glasgow)
Charing Cross (Glasgow)
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular airports near Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Nearby
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Glasgow
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 49
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 51
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 50)
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 54
Popular bus stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station
Edinburgh North Bridge
Edinburgh Waverly Bridge Stop WA
Edinburgh Waterloo Place
Edinburgh Leith Street Stop JA
FAQ – How to Get from Glasgow to Edinburgh
How far is it from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The distance from Glasgow to Edinburgh is about 55km (34 mi).How to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
There are 3 modes of transport available from Glasgow to Edinburgh, including Flights Trains Buses.What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average journey time of 1h 7m. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 1h 23m.What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Edinburgh is by Buses, with an average price of US$5. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around US$17 on avergae.Flights costs around US$62 on average.Where do trips from Glasgow to Edinburgh usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Edinburgh: Flights usually departs from Glasgow Airport and arrives at Edinburgh Airport Trains usually departs from Glasgow Queen Street and arrives at Edinburgh (Waverley) Buses usually departs from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 49 and arrives at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on data from Trip.com: GlasgowtoEdinburghTrains is usually the cheapest at Wednesday, with an average price of US$17 GlasgowtoEdinburghBuses is usually the cheapest at Tuesday, with an average price of US$5 .Is there a time difference between Glasgow and Edinburgh?
The time difference between Glasgow and Edinburgh is 0m.