Does Glasgow Central station have ticket gates?

Yes, this station has ticket gates.

Is there CCTV at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, there is CCTV at this station.

Is there a bureau de change at Glasgow Central station?

No, there isn't a bureau de change at this station.

Are there public telephones at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, there's public telephones at this station.

Is there a waiting room at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, this station has a waiting room.

Are there seated areas at Glasgow Central station?

No, this station doesn't have a seating area.

Are there showers at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, there are showers at this station.

Is there a tourist information office at Glasgow Central station?

No, there isn't a tourist information office at this station.

Are there luggage trolleys at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, luggage trolleys are available at this station.

Are smartcards issued at Glasgow Central station?

No, smartcards aren't issued at this station.

Are there ticket machines at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, there are ticket machines at this station.

Can I collect train tickets from Glasgow Central station?

Yes, you can collect train tickets from this station.

Can smartcards be topped up at Glasgow Central station?

No, you can't top up smartcards at this station.

Can smartcards be validated at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, smartcards can be validated at this station.

Are Oyster cards issued at Glasgow Central station?

No, Oyster cards aren't issued at this station.

Can Oyster cards be topped up at Glasgow Central station?

No, you can't top up Oyster cards at this station.

Can Oyster cards be used at Glasgow Central station?

No, you can't use Oyster cards at this station.

Are there bus connections at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, there are bus services at this station.

Is car hire available at or near Glasgow Central station?

No, car hire is not available at or near the station.

Are there metro connections at Glasgow Central station?

No, metro services aren't available at this station.

Does Glasgow Central station have connections to a port?

Yes, the station has connections to a port.

Does Glasgow Central station have connections to an airport?

Yes, the station has connections to an airport.

Is bike hire available at or near Glasgow Central station?

Yes, bike hire is available at or near the station.

Are accessible taxis available at Glasgow Central station?

No, accessible taxis aren't available at this station.

Is there a ramp at Glasgow Central station to get on the train?

Yes, there is a train ramp at this station.

Are there accessible public telephones at Glasgow Central station?

No, accessible public telephones aren't available at this station.

Are there induction loops at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, induction loops are available at this station.

Are there wheelchairs available at Glasgow Central station?

Yes, wheelchairs are available at this station.

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Glasgow Central station address

Glasgow Central station
Gordon Street
Glasgow
Strathclyde
G1 3SL

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Glasgow Central ticket office opening hours

Monday to Friday – 05:15 to 20:15 Saturday – 05:15 to 18:00 Sunday – 09:00 to 19:00

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High Level (all destinations): Travel Centre next to Gordon St exit
High Level (Scottish destinations): Station concourse near Hope St exit
Low Level: Low level concourse between escalators

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Glasgow Central train station facilities

Getting ready for your next journey? Whether you’re planning a trip or getting ready for your commute, find out everything you need to know about Glasgow Central station facilities here before you travel. At most train stations you’ll find ticket machines to buy or collect tickets, as well as customer help points if you need a helping hand. There are also seating areas in most stations so you can sit back and relax while you wait for your train. For detailed information about the facilities available at Glasgow Central station, take a look below.

Glasgow Central at a glance

Glasgow Central station

Station information
- Station details
  
  Station name
  
  Glasgow Central
  
  CRS code
  
  GLC
  
  Station operator
  
  NR
  
  National Location Code
  
  9813
- Ticketing information
  
  Does Glasgow Central station have ticket gates?
  
  Yes, this station has ticket gates.
- Station security
  
  Staffing level
  
  Full time
  
  Is there CCTV at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there is CCTV at this station.
- Customer service
  
  Are there customer help points at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there's customer help points at this station.
  
  Customer services information
  
  This information is unavailable.
  
  Assisted travel information
  
  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.
  
  Assisted travel contact details
  
  If you wish to book assistance but are not sure which train operator you are travelling with, you can call 0800 022 3720. On calling, you will be referred to the appropriate train operator.
Station facilities
- Toilet facilities
  
  Are there toilets at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has toilets.
  
  Toilets information
  
  Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key
  
  Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
  
  Are there baby changing facilities at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are baby changing facilities at this station.
  
  Are there showers at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are showers at this station.
- Seating at the station
  
  Is there a waiting room at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has a waiting room.
  
  Waiting room opening hours
  Monday – 04:00 to 00:30 Tuesday – 04:00 to 00:30 Wednesday – 04:00 to 00:30 Thursday – 04:00 to 00:30 Friday – 04:00 to 00:30 Saturday – 04:00 to 00:30 Sunday – 07:00 to 00:30
  
  Are there seated areas at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, this station doesn't have a seating area.
  
  First Class lounge information
  
  The lounge is available for Avanti West Coast passengers until 19:00 and Caledonian Sleeper passengers from 20:30.
  
  Dedicated corporate area with fixed desks for laptops. Designer chairs. Electronic departure information.
  
  First Class lounge opening hours
  Monday – 07:00 to 19:00 Tuesday – 07:00 to 19:00 Wednesday – 07:00 to 19:00 Thursday – 07:00 to 19:00 Friday – 07:00 to 19:00 Saturday – 07:00 to 18:00 Sunday – 10:00 to 18:00
- Tourist facilities
  
  Is there a bureau de change at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, there isn't a bureau de change at this station.
  
  Are there luggage storage facilities at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are luggage storage facilities at this station.
  
  Luggage storage contact details
  
  Left luggage contact details
  0208 090 9939 , https://www.excess-baggage.com/
  
  Is there a tourist information office at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, there isn't a tourist information office at this station.
  
  Are there luggage trolleys at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, luggage trolleys are available at this station.
- Communication
  
  Are there public telephones at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there's public telephones at this station.
  
  Is there a post box at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there's a post box at this station.
  
  Post box information
  
  Located on the concourse
  
  Is there Wi-Fi at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has Wi-Fi.
- Shops, cafés and cash machines
  
  Is there a cash machine at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has cash machines.
  
  Cash machine information
  
  Located on concourse
  
  Are there shops at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are shops at this station.
  
  Shops information
  
  Wide range of shops
  
  Are there cafés, pubs or restaurants at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are cafés, pubs or restaurants at this station.
Buying and collecting train tickets
- Ticket office
  
  Are there ticket machines at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are ticket machines at this station.
  
  Can I collect train tickets from Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, you can collect train tickets from this station.
- Ticketing options
  
  Are smartcards issued at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, smartcards aren't issued at this station.
  
  Can smartcards be topped up at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, you can't top up smartcards at this station.
  
  Can smartcards be validated at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, smartcards can be validated at this station.
Travel links
- Public transport
  
  Are there bus connections at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are bus services at this station.
  
  Bus services information
  
  First Group operate a network of frequent local bus routes around Glasgow city and nearby towns. For route maps and timetables:
  
  www.firstgroup.com/ukbus
  
  Arriva and Stagecoach operate a network of routes from Glasgow to surrounding towns. For routes and times:
  
  www.arrivabus.co.uk and www.stagecoachbus.com
  
  Not all buses are accessible
  
  Buy a Glasgow PLUSBUS ticket with your train ticket, for discount price unlimited bus travel around the city. For details:
  
  www.plusbus.info
  
  For information about all public transport in Glasgow and Strathclyde the area visit:
  
  www.spt.co.uk
  
  Are there metro connections at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, metro services aren't available at this station.
  
  Does Glasgow Central station have connections to a port?
  
  Yes, the station has connections to a port.
  
  Port connections information
  
  Service to Gourock for onward ferry connection to Dunoon and Kilcreggan. Service to Wemyss Bay for onward ferry connection to Rothesay. Service to Ardrossan Harbour for onward ferry connection to Brodick. Service to Stranraer for onward ferry connection to Belfast.
  
  Does Glasgow Central station have connections to an airport?
  
  Yes, the station has connections to an airport.
  
  Airport connections information
  
  GLASGOW AIRPORT:
  
  First operate the Glasgow Shuttle 500 bus, running every ten minutes direct to the airport. There are stops just outside Glasgow Central station on Bothwell Street and Waterloo Street. For times: www.firstglasgow.com
  
  Replacement buses location
  
  Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon Street.
  
  Due to planned engineering works on 30 April, 1 May and 2 May 2022, buses will pick up / drop off on Wellington Street.
- Personal transport
  
  Is car hire available at or near Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, car hire is not available at or near the station.
  
  Does Glasgow Central station have a taxi rank?
  
  Yes, this station has a taxi rank.
  
  Taxi rank information
  
  Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
Car parking
- Car parking
  
  Name and spaces
  Oswald Street NCP Car Park - 555 spaces
  
  Opening hours
  Monday to Sunday – 24 hours
  
  Car parking charges
  Off-peak ticket: N/A
  Peak ticket: N/A
  Weekly ticket: N/A
  Monthly ticket: N/A
  Quarterly ticket: N/A
  Annual ticket: N/A
  
  Car parking information
  
  Nearest car park is NCP Long Stay Car Park at Oswald Street, access to platform 15 from level 5. Access via station available during station opening hours.
  
  For parking charges see https://www.networkrail.co.uk/stations/glasgow-central/
Bikes
- Bike storage
  
  Is there bike storage at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there's bike storage at this station.
  
  Is there a sheltered bike storage area at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there is a sheltered bike storage area.
  
  Bike storage spaces
  
  70
  
  Bike storage location
  
  This information is unavailable.
  
  Bike storage information
  
  Located in front of the escalators to platforms 16 & 17 beside the British Transport Police office and on platform 15
  
  Bike storage type
  
  Stands
  
  Is there CCTV in the bike storage at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has CCTV in the bike storage.
- Bike hire
  
  Is bike hire available at or near Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, bike hire is available at or near the station.
  
  Bike hire information
  
  Glasgow City Council bike scheme: 400 bikes will be available for public hire at 31 locations across the city with additional temporary sites: www.nextbike.co.uk/en/glasgow/
  
  Bike & Go: Bikes available for public hire from the station concourse. Register online: www.scotrail.co.uk/bike-and-go
Accessibility and mobility access
- Station access
  
  Is there a ramp at Glasgow Central station to get on the train?
  
  Yes, there is a train ramp at this station.
  
  Step-free access information
  
  Customers requiring local trains in Lanarkshire, between Dalmuir and Motherwell / Larkhall, will need Platforms 16 and 17 at the underground Low Level part of the station. However, journeys on most routes from Glasgow Central will be from High Level Platforms 1-15.
  
  High Level Platforms 1-15 are all on the same level and require no step free access. To access Low Level Platforms 16 & 17 there are escalators. Disabled passengers should use the lift behind the ticket barriers on platforms 11-15. Disabled passengers can also leave by lifts to Hope Street and can leave all other exits by foot except Union Street. For step free access to Union Street disabled passengers should exit by Gordon Street.
  
  Step-free access coverage
  Whole station
  
  Are there accessible drop off or pick up points at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there are accessible drop off or pick up points at this station.
  
  Accessible drop off or pick up points information
  
  At the Mobility Point on the station concourse. Help can be requested from the mobility point or by asking a member of station staff
  
  Are there wheelchairs available at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, wheelchairs are available at this station.
- Ticketing access
  
  Are there accessible ticket machines at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, this station has accessible ticket machines.
  
  Is there a lowered ticket counter at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, there's a lowered ticket counter at this station.
  
  Lowered ticket counter information
  
  Ticket Office: available
  
  Travel Centre: not available
  
  Are there induction loops at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, induction loops are available at this station.
- Accessible travel links
  
  Are accessible taxis available at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, accessible taxis aren't available at this station.
- Accessible station facilities
  
  Is staff help available at Glasgow Central station?
  
  Yes, staff are available to help you at this station.
  
  Staff help information
  
  Any member of station staff can help or at the mobility point, travel centre as well as the ticket office. Passengers should arrange assistance before travel with the relevant train operator: Avanti West Coast 08000 158 123; Caledonian Sleeper 03300 600500; CrossCountry 08448 110 125; London North Eastern Railway 03457 225 225; TransPennine Express 0800 1072 149; ScotRail 0800 9122 901.
  
  The Mobility Assistance point is open between 07:00 - 22:00. When closed passengers should see any member of station staff. There is an intercom available.
  
  Are there accessible public telephones at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, accessible public telephones aren't available at this station.
  
  Are there accessible toilets at Glasgow Central station?
  
  No, this station doesn't have accessible toilets.

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