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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 435 km
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Glasgow to Market Harborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Market Harborough trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:33 Glasgow | 5h52 | 11:25 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 6:29 Glasgow | 5h55 | 12:24 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 8:00 Glasgow | 5h24 | 13:24 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 8:38 Glasgow | 5h47 | 14:25 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 9:39 Glasgow | 5h46 | 15:25 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 10:38 Glasgow | 5h46 | 16:24 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 11:36 Glasgow | 5h48 | 17:24 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 12:40 Glasgow | 5h43 | 18:23 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 13:36 Glasgow | 5h48 | 19:24 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 14:34 Glasgow | 5h51 | 20:25 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 15:38 Glasgow | 5h57 | 21:35 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 16:40 Glasgow | 5h46 | 22:26 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 17:30 Glasgow | 12h29 | 5:59 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
| 18:40 Glasgow | 12h15 | 6:55 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
 | 23:40 Glasgow | 7h45 | 7:25 Market Harborough | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Market Harborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Market Harborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 5h 47m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 47m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 17:37 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Market Harborough trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Market Harborough from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 47m
Cheapest Price
£48
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 45m
Cheapest Price
£272
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 21m
Cheapest Price
£263
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Market Harborough
Things to do in Market Harborough
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
- Recommended
Foxton Canal Museum
An independent museum on the canal basin telling the story of the local canal network, boats and engineering. A rewarding stop for transport history.
- Recommended
Foxton Inclined Plane Museum
Museum at the lift site explaining the operation and history of the inclined plane and locks. Ideal before exploring the famous waterways outside.
- Must visit
Foxton Locks
A waterside area with locks, boating activity, walks and wildlife. Popular for relaxed visits and one of the district’s most distinctive landscapes.
- Recommended
High Street
The historic shopping spine of the town, lined with independent shops and period buildings. Good for strolling and taking in Market Harborough’s character.
- Recommended
Welland Park
Pleasant town-centre green space with formal planting, seating and space to pause. It is a useful break from shopping streets and nearby traffic.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Leicestershire pork pie is a hand-raised pastry pie with seasoned pork and jelly, long associated with nearby Melton Mowbray and widely eaten across the county.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a traditional county cheese with a firm texture and nutty, mellow flavour. It is a classic local table cheese in Leicestershire.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with Leicestershire inns and markets. It is prized for its creamy texture and distinctive savoury depth.
Ascough's Bistro
Smart modern British restaurant in The Square, known for refined seasonal cooking and a relaxed but polished town-centre setting.
Emerson & West's
Popular independent restaurant serving British and European dishes with steaks, seafood and a lively, contemporary feel.
Mercado Lounge
Casual café and restaurant with a loyal local following for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches in a friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Local buses are manageable, and rail trips can add to visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Glasgow to Market Harborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Market Harborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Glasgow to Market Harborough covers a distance of 435 km and takes approximately 5h 47m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to Market Harborough is 435 km.
The first train from Glasgow to Market Harborough leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Glasgow to Market Harborough departs at 17:37.
Trains from Glasgow to Market Harborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Market Harborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Market Harborough.
To get from Glasgow to Market Harborough, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Yes, there is a night train from Glasgow to Market Harborough.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Market Harborough is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Market Harborough station (MHR).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Market Harborough is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Market Harborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Market Harborough offers varied scenery, starting with the urban landscapes of Glasgow, transitioning through the rolling hills and lush countryside of the Scottish Lowlands and Northern England, before passing by the picturesque landscapes of the Midlands.
A day trip from Glasgow to Market Harborough is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 47m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 435 km.
For a fulfilling visit to Market Harborough, two to three days are ideal to explore its charming town centre, historical sites, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Market Harborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Market Harborough
Most Glasgow to Market Harborough trains use the Glasgow Central to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Market Harborough
Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min
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.
Glasgow Queen StreetGlasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Bus19, 38C, 38A, 38B, 38E, 38, 57A, 57 · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
15 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
SubwaySub · 23m · £2 · every ~57 min
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.
Which Market Harborough station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Trains from Glasgow to Market Harborough arrive at Market Harborough. Market Harborough is 1 km from Market Harborough city centre.
Market HarboroughMarket Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Market Harborough from Market Harborough city centre
BusLc10, Hc2, Hc3 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Market Harborough train station facilities and services
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
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