Train from Glasgow to Dunbar: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Glasgow to Dunbar on 27 November
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Glasgow Queen Street
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Glasgow Queen Street
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Glasgow to Dunbar

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dunbar. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2h 5mAverage duration
68 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £16Average duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £33Average duration1h 40m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Dunbar by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Dunbar start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    The average train journey time from Glasgow to Dunbar is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 68 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 32m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Dunbar route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    The earliest train from Glasgow to Dunbar departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 15:30.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to Dunbar?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is CrossCountry, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Dunbar was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Dunbar as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £31 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Dunbar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-30.

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