Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Pollokshaws West | Ardrossan South Beach | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Ardrossan Harbour | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Pollokshaws West | Ardrossan South Beach | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pollokshaws West | Ardrossan South Beach | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pollokshaws West | Ardrossan South Beach | No tags |
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Get from Glasgow to Ardrossan
The journey takes about 1 hour 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at £12
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Ardrossan by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Ardrossan?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Ardrossan start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Ardrossan?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to Ardrossan is 1h 7m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 41m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Ardrossan route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 32 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Ardrossan?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Ardrossan departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 23:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Ardrossan was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Ardrossan as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £12 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Ardrossan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-08.
