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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£57
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£67
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
4 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
4 h 27 m
Trains on 13 Oct
5
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Glasgow will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 5 trains from Bradford to Glasgow, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.










Trains from Bradford to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 3:22 |
Last train 21:26 |
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The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Glasgow trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80205+ L87936+ G88960 | Delayed 9:06 9:08Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h27 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
C01369+ G88961 | Delayed 9:53 9:18Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h57 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G80211+ L87951+ G88963 | Delayed 10:06 10:08Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h26 | 14:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
![]() | 7:16 Bradford | 4h24 | 11:40 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:08 Bradford | 4h27 | 12:35 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:16 Bradford | 4h24 | 12:40 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
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Large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns and the university nearby. Ideal for walks, museums and a classic West End atmosphere.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and statues. A practical starting point for sightseeing and city events.
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
A bowl of oats slowly cooked with water or milk. Traditional Scottish porridge is prized for its simplicity and deep link to everyday life.
A crisp fried fritter made from sliced potato in batter, a classic Glasgow chippy order often served with fish or as part of a supper.
Traditional Glasgow institution known for seafood, oysters and classic Scottish dishes in a lively historic dining room.
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Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Passengers wishing to take the train from Bradford to Glasgow will find that they need to make a change in Preston or Leeds, or two changes in Shipley and Carlisle, or Leeds and Edinburgh, as there is no direct train between Bradford and Glasgow. The first train leaves Bradford in the early hours of the morning, Monday to Saturday, with the first train on Sundays being slightly later. There are trains from both Bradford Forster Square and Bradford Interchange, and it is possible to arrive at either Glasgow Central or Glasgow Queen Street. There are between one and three trains each hour and the journey takes between four and five hours. The last train leaves in the evening, getting into Glasgow after midnight.
Return journeys for trains from Glasgow to Bradford are also available.
Bradford boasts two main stations: Bradford Interchange, to the south of the city, is a transport centre, with a bus and coach station housing 29 stands, and a taxi rank. Bradford Forster Square is to the north of the city, around a ten-minute walk away from Bradford Interchange, and also has a taxi rank and bus service. The station is within the Forster Square Shopping Park.
Glasgow Central and Queen Street stations are also a short walk away from each other, not far from the River Clyde. Glasgow Central station is housed within the same building as the Grand Central Hotel; a local landmark. Both stations are in the city centre. Glasgow Central has a taxi rank and two main bus stops on Hope Street and Union Street. Glasgow Queen Street station also has a taxi rank, bus services and a Metro station on site.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.

Most Bradford to Glasgow trains use the Bradford Interchange to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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