4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
£145
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
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 £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £145.
To travel from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00805+
G80211+
L879518:196h15Leicester station (LEI)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1451One-way2 changes- G80211+L87951+
C21769+
W846659:095h25Leicester station (LEI)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1461One-way3 changes
- G80211+L87951+C21769+W846659:095h25Leicester station (LEI)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1461One-way3 changes
- G00805+G80211+L879518:196h15Leicester station (LEI)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1451One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 7h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 413 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01066+L87997+C04191 | Delayed 11:32 10:54Leicester station (LEI) | 6h23 | 17:17 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G00810+G80235+L87756 | On time 12:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 6h32 | 18:47 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
10 Aug
11 Aug
12 Aug
13 Aug
14 Aug
15 Aug
16 Aug
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 9 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 06:37. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 6:37 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester station (LEI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
east_midlands_trains
Cross Country
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.
popular train stations
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)
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
