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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ambleside to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ambleside to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ambleside to Glasgow will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ambleside for Glasgow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:522h39Ambleside11:31Glasgow£141One-way0 changes
- 8:522h39Ambleside11:31Glasgow£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ambleside to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ambleside to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ambleside to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Ambleside to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:52 Ambleside | 2h39 | 11:31 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Ambleside to Glasgow.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Ambleside to Glasgow.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ambleside to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ambleside to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ambleside to Glasgow run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 20:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Ambleside to Glasgow trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Ambleside and Glasgow from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ambleside to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ambleside 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 Ambleside and Glasgow
Most Ambleside to Glasgow trains use the Windermere to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Ambleside and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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