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G08180 · L01628+
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L877746:456h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:03Cambridge station (CBG)£1061One-way3 changes- C02002+G00808+W691436:066h57Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:03Cambridge station (CBG)£1091One-way2 changes
- G08180 · C01925+
C10188+L877746:456h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:59Cambridge South£1091One-way3 changes - C02002+
P66838+W69143+
C043476:066h33Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:39Cambridge North (CMB)£1091One-way3 changes - G08175 · C01939+C10182+L877576:005h59Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:59Cambridge South£1341One-way3 changes
- G08175 · C01939+C10182+L877576:005h59Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:59Cambridge South£1341One-way3 changes
W34181+C93376+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross6:296h10Glasgow Central (GLC)12:39Cambridge South£1701One-way2 changes- G08180 · C01925+C10188+L877746:456h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:59Cambridge South£1091One-way3 changes
- G08180 · L01628+G00808+L877746:456h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:03Cambridge station (CBG)£1061One-way3 changes
- C02002+P66838+W69143+C043476:066h33Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:39Cambridge North (CMB)£1091One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Cambridge
The cheapest option from Glasgow to Cambridge is flight, with an average price of £53. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Cambridge among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 497 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£94 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest option | £54 Average Price |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G08175 · C01939+L87757+C10182 | 6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h59 | 11:59 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| C02002+G00808+W69143 | 6:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h57 | 13:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| C02002+C04347+W69143+P66838 | 6:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h33 | 12:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 changes | |
| W34181+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+C93376 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h10 | 12:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G08180 · L01628+G00808+L87774 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h18 | 13:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3 changes | |
| G08180 · C01925+L87774+C10188 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h14 | 12:59 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Cambridge
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Glasgow to Cambridge, including direct trains, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Lowest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 4:18 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Cambridge trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Cambridge from £17. 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 to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Cambridge
Most Glasgow to Cambridge trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
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.
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 High Street (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Street (Glasgow). 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, 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.
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