The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to York
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
12
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 £51.
Of the 12 trains that leave Glasgow for York every day 1 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 23 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.
W298736:483h50Glasgow Central (GLC)10:38York station (YRK)£511One-way0 changes
L87815+
C020068:153h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:52York station (YRK)£591One-way1 change
C31829+
G80055+
W340398:384h36Glasgow Central (GLC)13:14York station (YRK)£631One-way2 changes
C02015+
L877857:153h38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:53York station (YRK)£701One-way1 change
L87845+
C019429:153h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:52York station (YRK)£701One-way1 change
G08175+
L877576:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:14York station (YRK)£791One-way1 change
G80049+
L878389:003h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:14York station (YRK)£731One-way1 change
G08186+
L877977:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:14York station (YRK)£731One-way1 change
G08180+
L877766:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:14York station (YRK)£781One-way1 change
G80055+
L878619:453h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:14York station (YRK)£731One-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 £19. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 293 km
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4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to York trains for today, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14763+ G80080 | On time 13:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 17:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87962+ C01988 | On time 14:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 17:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87969+ C02070 | On time 14:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 18:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87977+ C02066 | On time 15:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 18:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87985+ G80091 | On time 15:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 19:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87994+ C01989 | On time 16:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 19:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W34200+ C31944+ C02062 | On time 16:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h22 | 21:02 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
L88003+ G80097 | On time 16:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h30 | 20:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L88013+ C02062 | On time 17:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h47 | 21:02 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87750+ C02033 | On time 17:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 21:27 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87764+ C02017 | On time 18:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h45 | 22:00 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G25688+ C02017 | On time 18:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 22:00 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87787+ C02056 | On time 19:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h41 | 22:56 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87799+ C01960 | On time 19:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h14 | 23:59 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
G08175+ L87757 | 6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 9:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C02002+ W69143 | 6:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h46 | 9:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G08180+ L87776 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 10:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W29873 | 6:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h50 | 10:38 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02015+ L87785 | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G08186+ L87797 | 7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 11:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G01148+ L87806 | 8:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h39 | 11:39 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C02006+ L87815 | 8:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 11:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W34039+ C31829+ G80055 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h36 | 13:14 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G80049+ L87838 | 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 12:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C01942+ L87845 | 9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 12:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G80055+ L87861 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 13:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to York
Trains from Glasgow to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £19 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 £34 |
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 £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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