How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Livingston?

The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Livingston start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Livingston?

The average train ride duration from Glasgow to Livingston is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 32 miles (51 km). The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Glasgow to Livingston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 41 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Glasgow to Livingston?

The earliest train departs from Glasgow to Livingston at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:08pm.

Train Glasgow to Livingston from $16

Next train departures

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:16am	Glasgow Central	1h	11:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	10:15am	Glasgow Queen Street	53m	11:08am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Glasgow Queen Street	54m	9:05am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	8:45am	Glasgow Queen Street	56m	9:41am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	9:15am	Glasgow Queen Street	55m	10:10am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Glasgow Central	1h 3m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	46m	7:54am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Glasgow Queen Street	51m	8:07am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	48m	8:24am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:48am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:46am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Glasgow Central	1h 3m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	46m	7:54am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Glasgow Queen Street	51m	8:07am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	48m	8:24am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:48am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:46am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Glasgow Central	1h 3m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	46m	7:54am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Glasgow Queen Street	51m	8:07am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	48m	8:24am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:48am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:46am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Glasgow Central	1h 3m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	46m	7:54am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Glasgow Queen Street	51m	8:07am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	48m	8:24am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:48am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:46am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:13am	Glasgow Central	1h 3m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	46m	7:54am	Livingston North	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Glasgow Queen Street	51m	8:07am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	48m	8:24am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:48am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:46am	Livingston North	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Livingston on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 5m	8:16am	Livingston South	Cheapest
Train	8:05am	Glasgow Central	44m	8:49am	Livingston South	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	8:06am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Queen Street	47m	8:23am	Livingston North	No tags
Train	8:08am	Glasgow Queen Street	58m	9:06am	Livingston North	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:07 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Glasgow to Livingston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Livingston. The journey takes about 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

89bus per day

42mAverage Duration

29 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $25	Average Duration42m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $31	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $17

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Glasgow to Livingston by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Livingston?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Livingston start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Livingston?
The average train ride duration from Glasgow to Livingston is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 32 miles (51 km). The quickest train can get you there in 40m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Glasgow to Livingston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 41 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Glasgow to Livingston?
The earliest train departs from Glasgow to Livingston at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:08pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$17

11/29

$17

Today

$17

12/01

$16

12/02

$17

12/03

$16

12/04

$17

12/05

$17

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Livingston was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $29 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Livingston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-01.