The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Llanelli
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Llanelli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Llanelli will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Llanelli every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 465 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 39 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 and coach for Glasgow to Llanelli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Llanelli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 465 km
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£141 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 25m Average total duration 21h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Llanelli train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Llanelli trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:48 Glasgow | 8h13 | 13:01 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:39 Glasgow | 8h39 | 17:18 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:38 Glasgow | 7h30 | 17:08 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Llanelli
Trains from Glasgow to Llanelli run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 465 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 465 km |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 00:50 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Llanelli trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Llanelli from £64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Glasgow to Llanelli train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Llanelli 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 Llanelli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Llanelli
- 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 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance on Great Western Terrace
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