The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY)
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Derby station (DBY) 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 374 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 374 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£109 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h40 | 13:19 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 374 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 374 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 16:34 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Derby station (DBY) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Derby station (DBY) 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 Derby station (DBY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Derby station (DBY)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit

