4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Wales
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Wales will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Wales 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 340 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
9:005h24Glasgow14:24Wales£701One-way0 changes- 8:005h24Glasgow13:24Wales£831One-way0 changes
- 5:004h58Glasgow9:58Wales£1081One-way0 changes
- 5:004h58Glasgow9:58Wales£1081One-way0 changes
- 9:005h24Glasgow14:24Wales£701One-way0 changes
- 8:005h24Glasgow13:24Wales£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Wales
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 340 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Wales trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W33903+ C04357+ G89414 | On time 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h54 | 13:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33903+G89414+C04357 | On time 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h57 | 13:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 changes | |
 G01148+ L87806+G89414 | Delayed 8:05 8:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h54 | 13:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| G01148+L87806+G89414 | Delayed 8:05 8:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h57 | 13:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 changes | |
W34039+G89869 · G89414+ W84683 | On time 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h16 | 13:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 3 changes | |
| W34039+W84683+G89869 · G89414 | On time 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h19 | 13:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 3 changes | |
C01942+G89419+L88238+ W04508 | Delayed 9:30 9:00Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h24 | 14:24 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 3 changes | |
| C01942+G89419+L88238+W04508 | Delayed 9:30 9:00Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h19 | 14:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 3 changes | |
| W84903+C04359+G89418 | On time 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h52 | 15:01 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 changes | |
| W84903+C04359+G89418 | On time 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h49 | 14:58 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| C01942+G89419+W04508+L87845 | Delayed 9:30 9:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h09 | 14:24 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 3 changes | |
| C01942+G89419+W04508+L87845 | Delayed 9:30 9:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h04 | 14:19 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 3 changes | |
| C01362+C04363+G89418 | On time 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h21 | 15:01 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 changes | |
| C01362+G89418+C04363 | On time 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h18 | 14:58 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 5:00 Glasgow | 4h58 | 9:58 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Wales
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Trains from Glasgow to Wales run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 19:31 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Wales trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Wales from £14. 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
TransPennine Express
Trains from Glasgow to Wales
There are six train companies operating on the Glasgow-Wales route: East Coast, East Midlands Trains, First Transpennine Express, Northern rail, ScotRail and Virgin trains. There are no direct trains to Wales as there are either two or three changes along the way. A traveller can expect changes at Edinburgh Waverley, York and Retford. The estimated time for trains from Glasgow to Wales is five hours and thirteen minutes. The departure stations are Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street while the arrival station is Kiveton Bridge. There is a train available on every day of the week.
FAQs: Glasgow to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Wales
Most Glasgow to Wales trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Kiveton Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Wales train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Wales 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 Hillington West from Glasgow city centre
Hillington West is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington West train station facilities and services
Hillington West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington West. 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 Hillington West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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