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The cheapest and fastest trains from Downham Market to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£222
Average price
£305
Fastest journey
7 h 36 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
471 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Downham Market to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Downham Market to Glasgow will cost around £305 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £222.
Fast trains
To travel from Downham Market to Glasgow you need to make at least 3 changes.
09:408h08
Downham Market17:48Glasgow
£2221One-way
3 changes
12:397h36
Downham Market20:15Glasgow
£3881One-way
3 changes
12:397h36
Downham Market20:15Glasgow
£3881One-way
3 changes
09:408h08
Downham Market17:48Glasgow
£2221One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Downham Market to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Downham Market to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:56 Downham Market | 8h17 | 22:13 Glasgow | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downham Market to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Downham Market to Glasgow run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £224 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 16:39. The fastest train covers the 471 km distance in 7h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 471 km |
Average train duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £224 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 36m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 16:39 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Northern from Downham Market to Glasgow trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Downham Market and Glasgow from £224. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 36m
Cheapest Price
£222
Great Northern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Downham Market to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Downham Market 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.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
The train distance from Downham Market to Glasgow is 471 km.
Booking trains from Downham Market to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Downham Market to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Downham Market to Glasgow leaves at 5:48.
The cost of a train ticket from Downham Market to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £224, while the average price tends to be around £368.
The cheapest way to get from Downham Market to Glasgow is by train, costing approximately £224.
The train from Downham Market to Glasgow takes 7h 36m and runs once a day.
The last train from Downham Market to Glasgow departs at 16:39.
The train station in Downham Market that goes to Glasgow is Downham Market station (DOW), and it arrives at Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Downham Market to Glasgow.
Trains from Downham Market to Glasgow run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Downham Market to Glasgow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Downham Market to Glasgow.
There is no night train service from Downham Market to Glasgow.
A day trip from Downham Market to Glasgow is not feasible as the journey duration is 7h 36m each way. The frequency is 1 per day for trains. The distance covered is 471 km.
The train journey from Downham Market to Glasgow offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of East Anglia and the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders. Passengers can enjoy a variety of landscapes, including lush fields, charming villages, and expansive vistas.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Downham Market and Glasgow
Downham Market
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Downham Market is Downham Market. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Downham Market for your trip from Downham Market to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:10 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: WC located on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 1 and 2. Access to the waiting shelter on platform 1 is not step free
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your journey to Glasgow from Downham Market.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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