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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Glasgow will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough for Glasgow every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:475h30Loughborough14:17Glasgow£531One-way0 changes- 9:535h24Loughborough15:17Glasgow£1431One-way0 changes
- 9:535h24Loughborough15:17Glasgow£1431One-way0 changes
- 8:475h30Loughborough14:17Glasgow£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Loughborough to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 397 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£105 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:47 Loughborough | 5h30 | 14:17 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:53 Loughborough | 5h24 | 15:17 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Glasgow
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Trains from Loughborough to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 1:52 |
Last train 17:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Glasgow from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Loughborough to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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 Loughborough and Glasgow
Most Loughborough to Glasgow trains use the Loughborough to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Loughborough station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
Loughborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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 West from Glasgow city centre
Hillington West is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington West train station facilities and services
Hillington West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington West. 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 West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1, 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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