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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
£33
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Glasgow will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Leeds to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
W85292 · W85205
C32575+
W85197
G15922 · G15818 · W85196
C24677 · W85165
W85241 · W85170
G16314+
G80232+
G25679
G80211+
L87951+
G88963
G01064+
L87996
C01971+
L87888+
G88953
G80205+
L87936+
G88960Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m 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 Leeds to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24677 · W85165 | 6:08 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h27 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G66980+ L87847 | 6:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h11 | 10:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G80193+ L87873+ P28324 | 6:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h49 | 11:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G88955+ W34046 | 6:58 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h20 | 11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C01971+ L87888+ G88953 | 7:32 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h04 | 11:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
C32441+ W34177 | 7:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h14 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85241 · W85170 | 8:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h35 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G66982+ L87919 | 8:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h25 | 12:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
W85170+ C32428 | 8:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h22 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G80199+ L87919+ G88956 | 8:29 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h06 | 12:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G16356+ G80203+ L88248 | 8:44 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h17 | 13:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G15894+ G89045+ W34254 | 8:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h20 | 13:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G88961+ C01369 | 8:58 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h17 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85248 · W85179 | 9:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h34 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G01055+ L87936 | 9:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h25 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
C31880+ W33912 | 9:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h44 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G16013 · C24691 · W85179 | 9:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h09 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G80205+ L87936+ G88960 | 9:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h05 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G15879+ G80209+ L87943 | 9:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h24 | 14:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G15893 · W85179 | 9:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h54 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G15893+ G89047+ W33912 | 9:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h17 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G66987+ L87951 | 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h24 | 14:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
W85179+ C32429 | 10:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h21 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G80211+ L87951+ G88963 | 10:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h04 | 14:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Leeds to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 2:01 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Riverside transport museum in a striking modern building, with vintage vehicles, street displays and exhibits on Glasgow’s industrial past.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s house museum, presenting Arts and Crafts interiors and furnishings that reveal his domestic design ideas.
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.
Trains from Leeds to Glasgow are provided by CrossCountry, Virgin East Coast, TransPennine Express, and Northern rail. Some services run directly, but most have one or two changes, at Manchester Picadilly, York, or Edinburgh. Services start very early in the morning, with the first train generally leaving before 6:00 a.m. Trains then leave every 10-40 minutes throughout the day before the last train leaves after 3:30 a.m. Journey times vary but may last between 4 and 5 hours. Trains depart from Leeds Station which is centrally located on Neville Street, and arrive at Glasgow's Queen Street Station in the centre of the city, close to Buchanan Galleries.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Glasgow trains use the Leeds to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground 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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