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The Smallest House and Quayside Museum, Conwy
Living history attraction focused on Welsh maritime heritage, with period buildings, demonstrations and exhibits beside the quay in Conwy.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction you need to make at least one change.
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G38394Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £155.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £155 Average Price | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction:
A train is £104 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction costing on average £155.
Other travel options to Llandudno Junction take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 9m.
The journey is about 25m faster (4h 13m by train vs 4h 38m by car) and roughly £23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£52 vs £74). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Llandudno Junction trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33903+ G38405 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h45 | 12:45 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 1 change | |
W34039+ G38409 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h07 | 13:45 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 1 change | |
W34039+ G89086+ G39027 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h34 | 13:12 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 2 changes | |
W33970+ G89092+ G38361 | 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h39 | 14:15 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 2 changes | |
C01362+ G38413 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h05 | 14:45 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 1 change | |
W33973+ G89095+ G39032 | 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h37 | 15:15 Llandudno Junction station (LLJ) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 20:06 |
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Discover the best of Llandudno Junction — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Llandudno Junction trip today.
Living history attraction focused on Welsh maritime heritage, with period buildings, demonstrations and exhibits beside the quay in Conwy.
Historic Victorian home and art gallery in nearby Llandudno, showing works by Kyffin Williams and changing exhibitions in elegant interiors.
Compact museum exploring the Conwy Valley railway and local rail heritage. A good choice for transport enthusiasts near the station area.
Circular waterfront walking route around the estuary and marina, with broad views of Conwy Castle, the river and surrounding hills.
Nature reserve on the estuary with birdwatching hides and flat paths. It is a peaceful local favourite for wildlife and coastal scenery.
Harbour area with boats, town walls and waterside views. A pleasant place to stroll and photograph Conwy’s historic skyline.
Welsh rarebit is toasted bread topped with a savoury cheese, ale and mustard sauce. It is a Welsh pub staple with deep regional roots.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh soup or stew, usually made with lamb or beef, leeks, potatoes and root vegetables. It is classic comfort food.
Bara brith is a Welsh speckled tea loaf filled with dried fruit and warm spices. It is traditionally served sliced with butter at tea time.
Popular local café for breakfast, brunch, coffee and homemade bakes. Casual and dependable for a light meal or quick stop.
Waterside dining at Deganwy Quay Marina serving seafood, steaks and British classics in a polished but approachable environment.
Smart casual restaurant and bar at The Quay Hotel, known for modern British dishes and estuary views in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than major cities, but tourist-season stays and rail fares can raise daily costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Llandudno Junction 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 Llandudno Junction, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Llandudno Junction trains use the Glasgow Central to Llandudno Junction station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Llandudno Junction train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Llandudno Junction has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Providero (Cafe), Enochs Fish & Chips, Coffee Junction, Chang Lung
Wi-Fi is available at Llandudno Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Llandudno Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Llandudno Junction: Parking, WC.
Available at Llandudno Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Llandudno Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. A footbridge with lifts and steps links the car park at the station front with all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is next to the ticket office and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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