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Glasgow Subway trains, routes and tickets

Glasgow Subway is SPT’s circular underground railway serving the city centre, West End and areas south of the River Clyde. Its compact network is useful for local trips after arriving in Glasgow by National Rail, with a particularly convenient rail interchange at Partick and walking connections from the city-centre terminals.

Reviewed 6 November 2026.

About the operator

The Subway opened on 14 December 1896 and is the world’s third-oldest underground railway. Its recognisable circular route remains central to how it works: choose the direction that reaches your destination with fewer stops.

SPT’s modernisation programme has introduced new trains and ticketing alongside station improvements and continuing signalling work. Contactless bank-card and mobile-wallet payment was introduced in March 2026, adding another way to travel alongside Subway smartcards and other tickets.

Routes and principal stations

The two circles

All trains serve the same 15 stations. The Outer Circle runs clockwise and the Inner Circle runs anticlockwise. Stops include Hillhead (Glasgow Subway), Govan (Glasgow Subway), Ibrox (Glasgow Subway), St Enoch (Glasgow Subway) and Buchanan Street (Glasgow Subway). Check the direction before entering the platform.

    Partick rail interchange

    Partick brings together Subway, ScotRail and bus connections. It is a useful alternative to crossing the city centre when your mainline or suburban rail itinerary already passes through the West End.

    City-centre railway connections

    Buchanan Street (Glasgow Subway) is close to Glasgow Queen Street. St Enoch (Glasgow Subway) provides a walking connection from Glasgow Central. These are transfers between distinct stations, so include walking and station access in your plan.

    Planning your journey

    Check the first and last trains for the actual day. Sunday operating hours are shorter than those on Monday to Saturday, and planned closures can affect the entire small network.

    The Subway is designed for local travel. Allow for compact trains and station stairs when bringing luggage or a pushchair; SPT may require larger pushchairs to be folded, especially when services are busy.

    Tickets and journey choices

    Subway fares are separate from the National Rail journey into Glasgow. Use RailSaver for the mainline connection and check the appropriate Subway or combined local product for onward travel.

    Contactless payment accepts eligible Visa or Mastercard cards and supported mobile wallets. Tap in and out with the same card or device to receive the correct charge and applicable caps.

    Subway smartcards support pay as you go and Season products. Child and concession rules are specific to SPT; compare the relevant option instead of assuming a National Rail discount automatically applies.

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    Accessibility and assistance

    The new trains include dedicated wheelchair spaces. SPT lists accessibility lifts at St Enoch (Glasgow Subway) and Govan (Glasgow Subway). Check the station access guides and current arrangements before a wheelchair journey; step-free access is not available throughout the network.

    Stations have induction loops and tactile features, and assistance dogs are welcome. Ask SPT about the support available for your precise route, including any transfer to ScotRail or another mainline service.

    Sources and further information

    Use the current operator's information to check the latest timetable, disruption and assistance arrangements for your travel date.

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