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About Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) Train Station

Station managed by: ScotRail

Glasgow Queen Street station
North Hanover Street
George Square
Glasgow
Glasgow City
G1 2AF

Glasgow Queen Street Station can be found on North Hanover Street in George Square as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Glasgow Queen Street Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Glasgow Queen Street Station

An Introduction to Glasgow Queen Street Station

Welcome to Glasgow Queen Street Station, a bustling hub nestled in the heart of Scotland's largest city. Whether you're travelling for business, leisure, or a mix of both, Glasgow Queen Street offers a convenient departure point for journeys across Scotland and beyond. Known for its fine Victorian architecture, the station is more than just a gateway. It’s a testament to Glasgow’s rich heritage and a vibrant spot alive with shops and eateries. Let's explore what makes this station a strategic choice for your rail travels.

Station Facilities and Amenities

Glasgow Queen Street Station is designed to make your journey as smooth as possible. Featuring a spacious concourse and easy access to platforms, the station ensures step-free access throughout, catering to passengers of all mobility levels with a Category A accessibility rating. Ticket buying is straightforward here with ticket machines available, designed to accommodate all needs. Tickets purchased online can be quickly collected from these machines as well.

For those who might need assistance, there are help points on site, with staff available from early morning until nearly midnight. Lost property services run daily from 7:00 to 22:00. Venturing off the beaten track? Get in touch with the friendly customer service team at customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk if you encounter any issues or need assistance during your visit.

Travel Connections to Adapt Your Journey

A myriad of transport options are at your fingertips once you arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Station. Whether catching a bus, a taxi, or even hiring a bicycle, the links to other travel modes are seamless. Find local bus services picking up from West George Street, or linger a while to discover what Traveline Scotland has to offer for your onward journey.

For those journeying further afield, the convenient express bus links the station to Glasgow Airport. And if you're planning a more local adventure, pedal around the city with ease thanks to bicycle hire services like Gear of Glasgow. For taxi services, visit train taxi for all the details you will need to hire your ride.

Popular Destinations from Glasgow Queen Street

Whether you're searching for a city break or a more tranquil retreat, Glasgow Queen Street offers excellent rail links to numerous popular destinations. Take a short ride to the bustling Scottish capital with trains to Edinburgh or enjoy the charming town of Stirling, rich with historical significance. For somewhere quieter, escape to Lenzie or explore the picturesque surroundings of Croy.

Stay closer to home with rustic escapes to places like Bishopbriggs or venture further afield with a scenic ride to Dundee. Each journey from Glasgow Queen Street holds the promise of discovery—why not jump on a train and see where it takes you?

Conclusion

Glasgow Queen Street Station doesn’t just connect places—it connects people and stories, welcomes the world to Glasgow, and helps locals explore the breadth of Britain beyond their doorstep. With a mighty blend of historic elegance and modern conveniences, it's no wonder that Glasgow Queen Street is a preferred choice for travelers near and far. Consider booking your tickets today and embark on your next adventure. Whether you're an intrepid globetrotter or a curious day-tripper, there's a destination waiting for you just down the rail track. Safe travels!

Glasgow Queen Street Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:10 to 23:55
Saturday:05:10 to 23:55
Sunday:07:10 to 23:55
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday:05:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:30 to 00:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk

Luggage storageYes
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.

Please take care when boarding/alighting the train at all platforms at this station, as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other platforms.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms
Monday:07:00 to 22:00
Sunday:08:00 to 22:00

Inside the station next to the ticket office

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday:05:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:30 to 00:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms
Monday:07:00 to 22:00
Sunday:08:00 to 22:00

Inside the station next to the ticket office

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeYes
None
OperatorNone
Car Parking Availability
Spaces0
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVNo
Parking chargesFree car parking available
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Mobile coffee van

ATM MachineNo
ShopsAvailable

M&S Convenience Store

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiAvailable
Bicycle Storage
Spaces0

North Hanover path between low level and high level

Type of StorageRacks,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Gear of Glasgow: http://gearbikes.com/

Transport Links to and from Glasgow Queen Street Station

All you need to know about Glasgow Queen Street's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Buses pick up/drop off from Cathedral St.

Please click on the link below for the exact bus pick up location:-

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visit www.traintaxi.co.uk for details of taxis available for hire

for details of bus services, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours)

The bus stop for ScotRail service 398 between Glasgow Central, Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Queen Street is located in front of the station on West George Street

Interchange station for SPT Subway

An express bus service links Glasgow city centre with Glasgow Airport. For details, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours)

Available

Gear of Glasgow: http://gearbikes.com/

Live Departures and arrivals from Glasgow Queen Street Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Glasgow Queen Street station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from EdinburghScotRail14:30-Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a road vehicle colliding with a bridge
from Helensburgh CentralScotRail14:379On time
from SpringburnScotRail14:358On time
from EdinburghScotRail14:383On time
from AirdrieScotRail14:418On time
from AnnieslandScotRail14:511On time
from DundeeScotRail14:545On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Helensburgh CentralScotRail14:32-Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a road vehicle colliding with a bridge
to EdinburghScotRail14:389On time
to MilngavieScotRail14:388On time
to InvernessScotRail14:397On time
to BallochScotRail14:438On time
to EdinburghScotRail14:45-On time
to AlloaScotRail14:48-On time