The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdare to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£173
Average price
£266
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdare to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdare to Glasgow will cost around £266 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £173.
To travel from Aberdare to Glasgow you need to make at least 2 changes.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdare to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdare to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 465 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£88 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration 13h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdare to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdare to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:21 Aberdare | 8h18 | 18:39 Glasgow | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:21 Aberdare | 7h56 | 19:17 Glasgow | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdare to Glasgow
Trains from Aberdare to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 08:40. The fastest train covers the 465 km distance in 9h 17m.
Distance 465 km |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 17m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 08:40 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberdare to Glasgow trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberdare and Glasgow from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdare to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdare to Glasgow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdare and Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: 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.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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