- Must visit
National Railway Museum
A major railway museum with historic locomotives, royal carriages and engineering exhibits. An easy choice for families and transport fans.
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
17
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 £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 17 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 26 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.
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L87776Omio 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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 293 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£53 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to York trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L87962+ C01988 | Delayed 13:15 14:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 17:13 17:13York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
W69143+ C02002 | 6:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h46 | 9:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87776+ G08180 | 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 | |
C31936+ C01934+ W84899 | 7:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h17 | 11:28 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
L87785+ C02015 | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 10:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87797+ G08186 | 7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 11:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87806+ G01148 | 8:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h39 | 11:39 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87815+ C02006 | 8:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 11:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87838+ G80049 | 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 12:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87845+ C01942 | 9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 12:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87861+ G80055 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 13:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87875+ C02029 | 10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 13:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87890+ G80061 | 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 14:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C31914+ C01907+ W84908 | 11:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h18 | 15:28 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
L87904+ C02007 | 11:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 14:53 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87922+ G80067 | 11:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 15:14 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
L87930+ C02014 | 12:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h37 | 15:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Glasgow to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £16 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 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 1:30 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
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A narrow medieval street with overhanging timber buildings, independent shops and one of York’s most recognisable scenes.
Peaceful public gardens beside museum buildings and abbey ruins, ideal for a central stroll, picnics and riverside breaks.
A handsome Georgian street leading to the Minster, known for boutiques, facades and a classic approach through the old city.
A famous York sweet: dark chocolate-coated peppermint fondant, made in the city since the 20th century and strongly associated with York’s confectionery heritage.
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Well-known traditional tearoom serving afternoon tea, cakes and light lunches in a classic Edwardian-style setting popular with visitors and locals.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller northern cities, but usually below London. Walking helps keep local transport costs low.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, but small change is appreciated.
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York Railway Station -> York Minster, 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.
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.
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.

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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Partick: Parking, WC.
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
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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