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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Otford
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£158
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
585 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Otford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Otford will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £158.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Otford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 585 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 35 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.
06:567h35
Glasgow14:31Otford
£1581One-way
0 changes
10:556h41
Glasgow17:36Otford
£1581One-way
0 changes
10:556h41
Glasgow17:36Otford
£1581One-way
0 changes
06:567h35
Glasgow14:31Otford
£1581One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Glasgow to Otford train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Otford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:56
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:56 Glasgow | 7h35 | 14:31 Otford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Otford
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Trains from Glasgow to Otford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £158 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 585 km distance in 6h 41m.
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
Distance 585 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £158 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 13:55 |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Glasgow to Otford trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Glasgow and Otford from £158. 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
6h 41m
Cheapest Price
£84
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
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
9h 21m
Cheapest Price
£116
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
FAQs: Glasgow to Otford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Otford 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 Otford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Otford typically requires one to two days to explore its key attractions, including the Otford Solar System and local scenic walks.
A day trip from Glasgow to Otford is not feasible as the duration is 6h 41m. The journey covers a distance of 585 km and there are 5 trains per day.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Otford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Otford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £158, while the average price tends to be around £158.
The train distance from Glasgow to Otford is 585 km.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Otford is by train, costing approximately £158.
The train journey from Glasgow to Otford covers a distance of 585 km and takes approximately 6h 41m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Otford is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Otford station (OTF).
The first train from Glasgow to Otford leaves at 5:55.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Otford.
The last train from Glasgow to Otford departs at 13:55.
Trains from Glasgow to Otford run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Otford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Otford.
To travel from Glasgow to Otford, you can take a train.
Yes, there is a night train from Glasgow to Otford.
The train journey from Glasgow to Otford offers varied scenery, including the rolling landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the picturesque countryside of northern England, making it a visually appealing trip for travellers.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Otford
Glasgow
Otford
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to Otford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- 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
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
The major train station for arrivals in Otford is Otford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Otford for your journey to Otford from Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from Car Park entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance ramp. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge.Step free Interchange between platforms in excess of 400 metres.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park entrance Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Otford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt (London side of the station)
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