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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£115
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£118
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
5 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
6 h 13 m
Trains on 24 Sept
3
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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L879196:156h20Leicester station (LEI)12:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1151One-way2 changes- G80205+L87936+G008037:136h22Leicester station (LEI)13:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1151One-way2 changes
- G80199+G00703+
C21774+L879196:375h58Leicester station (LEI)12:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1231One-way3 changes
- G80199+G00703+C21774+L879196:375h58Leicester station (LEI)12:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1231One-way3 changes
- G80199+G00801+L879196:156h20Leicester station (LEI)12:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1151One-way2 changes
- G80205+L87936+G008037:136h22Leicester station (LEI)13:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1151One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £280.
Distance: 413 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£106 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £280 Average Price | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £106.
A coach is £234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £280.
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Coach takes on average 9h 59m.
Tickets start at around £106 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-24.62. The journey takes 5h 20m versus 5h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80211+ W84665+C21769+L87951 | Delayed 9:43 9:09Leicester station (LEI) | 5h25 | 14:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 changes | |
| G80216+L87967+G00841 | Delayed 9:51 9:14Leicester station (LEI) | 6h24 | 15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
| G80199+G00801+L87919 | 6:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 6h20 | 12:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G80199+C21774+G00703+L87919 | 6:37 Leicester station (LEI) | 5h58 | 12:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 changes | |
| G80205+G00803+L87936 | 7:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 6h22 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 07:19. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 7:19 |
Last train 7:19 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains use the Leicester to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Most popular train connections from Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular trains to and from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular train connections to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
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