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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£158
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Glasgow will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £158.
To travel from Guildford to Glasgow you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34033+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
L790948:536h08Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes- W33935+
G00855+
C486198:147h03Guildford station (GLD)15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes - W34033+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+L814088:466h15Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W34033+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+L816588:346h27Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W34286+G15513+G00858+
W851889:197h20Guildford station (GLD)16:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way3 changes
- W34033+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+L790948:536h08Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W34033+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+L814088:466h15Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W34033+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+L816588:346h27Guildford station (GLD)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W33935+G00855+C486198:147h03Guildford station (GLD)15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way2 changes
- W34286+G15513+G00858+W851889:197h20Guildford station (GLD)16:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£1581One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Guildford to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 569 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Glasgow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:28 Guildford | 6h53 | 16:21 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:42 Guildford | 7h57 | 17:39 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:42 Guildford | 7h43 | 19:25 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| W33935+C48619+G00855 | 8:14 Guildford station (GLD) | 7h03 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W34033+L81658+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | 8:34 Guildford station (GLD) | 6h27 | 15:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W34286+G00698+G15126+W85188 | 8:44 Guildford station (GLD) | 7h55 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W34033+L81408+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | 8:46 Guildford station (GLD) | 6h15 | 15:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W34033+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+L79094 | 8:53 Guildford station (GLD) | 6h08 | 15:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 569 km distance in 6h 1m.
Distance 569 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 1m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Glasgow 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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FAQs: Guildford to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Glasgow
Most Guildford to Glasgow trains use the Guildford to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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 Hillington East from Glasgow city centre
Hillington East is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington East train station facilities and services
Hillington East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillington East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington East. 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 East: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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