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The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for 20 Dec
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
458 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Glasgow will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
Fast trains
To travel from Northampton to Glasgow you need to make at least 2 changes.
W05677 · W05521+
L0237310:105h07
Northampton station (NMP)15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
2 changes
W05691 · W05526+L02374+
C7409811:105h32
Northampton station (NMP)16:42Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05703 · W05531+L02366 · W0241912:105h51
Northampton station (NMP)18:01Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05668 · W05516+L02371+C7408909:105h29
Northampton station (NMP)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05715 · W05537+W02927+C7410313:105h29
Northampton station (NMP)18:39Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05677 · W05521+L0237310:105h07
Northampton station (NMP)15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
2 changes
W05668 · W05516+L02371+C7408909:105h29
Northampton station (NMP)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05715 · W05537+W02927+C7410313:105h29
Northampton station (NMP)18:39Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05691 · W05526+L02374+C7409811:105h32
Northampton station (NMP)16:42Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
W05703 · W05531+L02366 · W0241912:105h51
Northampton station (NMP)18:01Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1321One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Northampton to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 458 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£95 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Northampton to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Glasgow trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W05689 · W05525+W02929+C74097 | On time 11:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h29 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W05702 · W05530+C01379 | On time 12:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h11 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W05713 · P05533+L02376+C74104 | On time 13:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h29 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
| W05657 · W05512+L02364 · W02430 | On time 08:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h52 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W05668 · W05516+L02371+C74089 | On time 09:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h29 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W05677 · W05521+L02373 | On time 10:10 Northampton station (NMP) | 5h07 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northampton to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 458 km distance in 4h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 458 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 18:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Glasgow from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Price
£44
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 28m
Cheapest Price
£49
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 26m
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Northampton to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
The train distance from Northampton to Glasgow is 458 km.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.
A day trip from Northampton to Glasgow is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 36m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 458 km distance.
The train journey from Northampton to Glasgow covers a distance of 458 km and takes approximately 4h 36m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train journey from Northampton to Glasgow offers a varied landscape, featuring picturesque views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and scenic vistas as you approach Scotland, making it a pleasant and visually appealing route.
Booking trains from Northampton to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Northampton to Glasgow leaves at 4:22.
To get from Northampton to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cost of a train ticket from Northampton to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £95.
The last train from Northampton to Glasgow departs at 18:40.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Glasgow is by coach, costing approximately £21.
The train station in Northampton that goes to Glasgow is Northampton station (NMP), and it arrives at Glasgow Central (GLC).
Trains from Northampton to Glasgow run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Northampton to Glasgow.
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to Glasgow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to Glasgow.
There is no night train service from Northampton to Glasgow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Glasgow
Northampton
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your trip from Northampton to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Northampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your journey to Glasgow from Northampton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Argyle Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
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