The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 13 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Glasgow Central (GLC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 503 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 49 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.
G0107613:338h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:17Glasgow Central (GLC)£711One-way0 changes
G01081+
W3379615:335h49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£1091One-way1 change
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W33794 · W3370916:336h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1411One-way2 changes
G0107212:328h41Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1601One-way0 changes
G01059+
C013707:335h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£1671One-way1 change
G01076+
W3379513:335h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)19:17Glasgow Central (GLC)£1721One-way1 change
G01059+
C013707:335h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£1671One-way1 change
G01065+
C013719:335h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£1871One-way1 change
G01070+
C0137311:335h47Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:20Glasgow Central (GLC)£1721One-way1 change
G01081+
W3379615:335h49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:22Glasgow Central (GLC)£1091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 503 km
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66987+ W34144+ W85170 | On time 6:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h05 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G01060+ C01369 | On time 7:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h42 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G01062+ W33941+ W85179 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h06 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G01064+ W33935 | On time 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h44 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34286+ W85188+ G00869_G01067 | Delayed 11:07 10:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h06 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G01069+ C01372 | On time 11:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h48 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34290+ W85196+ G01073 | Delayed 13:07 12:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h07 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G01074 | On time 13:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 7h52 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34292+ G01074 | Delayed 14:07 13:30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h55 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G01080 | On time 14:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 7h42 | 22:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01080+ W34289+ W85205 | On time 14:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h06 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G01082+ W34287 | On time 15:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h43 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G01083+ W34291 · C01321 | On time 16:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 6h40 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00723+ W34288 | On time 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h45 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 13:33. The fastest train covers the 503 km distance in 5h 44m.
Distance 503 km |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 7:33 |
Last train 13:33 |
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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.
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