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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to York
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to York will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 25 trains that leave Glasgow for York 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 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
C01979+
C1475211:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:14York station (YRK)£441One-way1 change- L87830+G800508:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:14York station (YRK)£471One-way1 change
- G80054+C147469:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:14York station (YRK)£471One-way1 change
- L87759+G081766:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:14York station (YRK)£631One-way1 change
- C02030+C1474910:303h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:52York station (YRK)£671One-way1 change
- C01979+C1475211:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:14York station (YRK)£441One-way1 change
- L87759+G081766:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:14York station (YRK)£631One-way1 change
- C02030+C1474910:303h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:52York station (YRK)£671One-way1 change
- L87830+G800508:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:14York station (YRK)£471One-way1 change
- G80054+C147469:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:14York station (YRK)£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 293 km
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£57 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to York trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08176+L87759 | 6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 9:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
 W29878+W69142 | 6:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h31 | 10:38 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G08179+W84225 | 6:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h07 | 10:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
 W33548+ C32565+ G15985 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h45 | 11:14 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| W33548+C32722+C02016 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h24 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02016+W68885 | 6:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h16 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G08179+L87775 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 10:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W29878 | 6:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h50 | 10:38 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02016+W84263 | 6:58 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h55 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W84898+C31936+C01935 | 7:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h19 | 11:28 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02016+L87786 | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G08185+W68903 | 7:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 11:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G08185+C14740 | 7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 11:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W29885 | 7:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h50 | 11:38 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33776+C31822+G80050 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h14 | 12:14 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| W33776+C32566 · P28364 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h51 | 12:51 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02005+L88235 | 8:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h47 | 11:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G80050+W68911 | 8:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h06 | 12:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W84883+C31895+C01973 | 8:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h18 | 12:28 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02005+L87814 | 8:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 11:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G80050+L87830 | 8:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 12:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C01941+C14744 | 9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 12:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G80054+C14746 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 13:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C02030+C14749 | 10:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 13:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C01979+C14752 | 11:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 14:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 1:30 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and York from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail
Transpennine Express
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TransPennine Express
Trains from Glasgow to York
Trains from Glasgow to York are provided by CrossCountry and Virgin trains East Coast. There are up to three departures an hour throughout the day from the early hours of the morning until shortly before midnight. The journey takes around three and a half hours. The route from Glasgow Central Station is direct while trains leaving from Queen Street require a connection at Edinburgh Waverley Station. The first departure Sundays is later.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to York?
Departure Station:Trains from Glasgow to York depart from either Queen Street or Central Station. Both are located in the city centre and have car parks, bicycle storage, taxi ranks and bus stops. A regular shuttle bus service to Glasgow Airport departs from Queen Street Station while Glasgow Central is on the city's SPT subway network.
Arrival Station:Trains arrive in the attractive concourse of York Station. This large station has a car park, taxi rank, local bus stops and bicycle storage facilities and is located about 15 minutes walk from the city's historic heart.
FAQs: Glasgow to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and York
Most Glasgow to York trains use the Glasgow Central to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which York station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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