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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£87
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
5 h 1 m
Trains on 04 Sept
11
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leamington Spa to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leamington Spa to Glasgow will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Leamington Spa to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
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C17758 · W70440+
L38043
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C01321+
G89059
G00895+
W34288
G00861+
C01372
G00887+
W34287
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W34287
Y14753+
W85196+
W11320
G00895+
W34288
G00895+
W34288
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C01372Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leamington Spa to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 434 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £81 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leamington Spa to Glasgow:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leamington Spa to Glasgow costing on average £50.
A coach is £40 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leamington Spa to Glasgow costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
Coach takes on average 11h 50m.
The journey is about 11m faster (5h 24m by train vs 5h 35m by car) and roughly £35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£50 vs £85). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Leamington Spa to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G00861+ C01372 | 12:16 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 5h05 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34290+ W85196+ G00866 | 13:17 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 5h22 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W34292+ C17758 · W70440+ L38043 | 13:30 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 5h55 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
Y14753+ W11320+ W85196 | 13:40 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 4h59 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W34292+ G00875 | 14:16 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 5h09 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G00879+ W34289+ W85205 | 15:17 Leamington Spa station (LMS) | 5h22 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Leamington Spa to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 434 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 434 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 18:40 |
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Large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns and the university nearby. Ideal for walks, museums and a classic West End atmosphere.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and statues. A practical starting point for sightseeing and city events.
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
A bowl of oats slowly cooked with water or milk. Traditional Scottish porridge is prized for its simplicity and deep link to everyday life.
A crisp fried fritter made from sliced potato in batter, a classic Glasgow chippy order often served with fish or as part of a supper.
Traditional Glasgow institution known for seafood, oysters and classic Scottish dishes in a lively historic dining room.
Popular city centre spot for fresh seafood and fish and chips, with a casual setting and strong local following.
Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leamington Spa 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.

Most Leamington Spa to Glasgow trains use the Leamington Spa to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Leamington Spa and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leamington Spa is 1 km from Leamington Spa city centre. Public transport options include:
Leamington Spa 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 Leamington Spa.
Wi-Fi is available at Leamington Spa. ATMs are available at Leamington Spa.
Ticket office support is available at Leamington Spa.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leamington Spa: Parking, WC.
Available at Leamington Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leamington Spa: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Queens Park (Glasgow) is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Queens Park (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Queens Park (Glasgow).
Ticket office support is available at Queens Park (Glasgow). 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Queens Park (Glasgow): Parking.
Available at Queens Park (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Queens Park (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to island platform, 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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