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Outbound fromGlasgow Central to Carfin by train
It takes an average of 26m to travel from Glasgow Central to Carfin by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (20 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Carfin and tickets for this journey start from £5.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Carfin | |
| Journey time | From 19m | |
| Distance | 12 miles (20 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.30 | |
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Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carfin in 19 minutes
If you want to travel from Glasgow Central to Carfin by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Glasgow Central to Carfin by train to take around 26 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 21 trains per day running on this route, which spans 12 miles (20 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Carfin. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Glasgow Central to Carfin start from £5.30 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Carfin
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow Central to Carfin is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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