Connections between trains

Direct services operate between many stations across our network, but on some journeys you'll need to change trains. If you're changing trains at stations on our network you should allow at least 5 minutes for your connection – except at some larger stations where you should allow yourself extra time. These are:

• Edinburgh Waverley or Glasgow Queen Street - allow at least 10 minutes
• Glasgow Central - allow at least 15 minutes
• Carlisle and Preston - allow at least 8 minutes
• Crewe - allow at least 10 minutes
• London Euston - allow at least 15 minutes

If you need to find out more about getting across London as part of your journey, click here.

Transferring between Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street

If you need to transfer between Glasgow’s two main railway stations (Central and Queen Street), allow at least 30 minutes to make your connection. You can do this:

• On foot. It's just a 15-minute walk between Central and Queen Street and the route is well signposted.

• By bus. This may be a better option if you are carrying heavy luggage or have difficulty with walking. ScotRail, in partnership with First Glasgow, provide a frequent shuttle bus link between the 2 stations, and use of this bus is FREE to holders of valid train tickets.

For full bus timetable information, plus a map of the walking route, click here.

Connections between trains cannot be guaranteed - delaying a train to wait for passengers from a late running connecting service (including connecting bus and ferry services) can cause greater delay overall, and to a greater number of passengers. Every effort is made to miminise total disruption, taking all factors into account, and particular attention is paid to services that operate infrequently and the last trains of the day. When planning your journey, you may wish to consider the effects any disruption could have on your journey and allow extra time when planning connections.