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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 on 30 Aug
£89
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£89
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
4 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
4 h 58 m
Trains on 30 Aug
4
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Glasgow will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 4 trains from Peterborough to Glasgow, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 449 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 449 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
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£77 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80230+ L88002 | On time 12:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 4h48 | 17:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G08105 · C01998+ C14782+ G01065 | On time 12:57 Peterborough station (PBO) | 5h22 | 18:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 changes | |
G80236+ C14731 | On time 13:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 4h48 | 18:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G80240+ C14737 | On time 14:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 4h45 | 19:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G80248+ L87795 | On time 15:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 4h47 | 20:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G08125 · C01983+ G01072 | On time 15:57 Peterborough station (PBO) | 5h16 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Peterborough to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 449 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 449 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:15 |
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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.
Passengers wishing to visit the westerly Scottish city from Peterborough will find rail services a great choice. Departures begin not long after 07:00 a.m. and continue throughout the day, at least once per hour, until 7:00 p.m. Only one service along the 320-mile route is direct, with all other services requiring one change at Edinburgh Waverley. The journey can take as little as four hours 24 minutes.
The majority of trains operating between Peterborough and Glasgow are offered by London North Eastern Railway (LNER). LNER is a British company running long-distance services on the East Coast Main Line, connecting London to the north east of England and Scotland. Services onboard include both trolley services and a cafe bar, WiFi, reserved and priority seating and power sockets on every table. Over the weekend, some indirect services are offered by Cross Country.
The fastest train service between Peterborough and Glasgow completes the 320-mile route in just four hours 24 minutes and involves a quick transfer at Edinburgh Waverley. Journey times vary slightly but most complete the route in under five and a half hours.
Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect at least one departure per hour from 7:00 a.m. through to 7:00 p.m. On weekdays, passengers can expect one direct train. All other services are indirect but indirect services often complete the journey more quickly. Scheduled service continues over the weekend, though there is no direct train and the times of departure are slightly different.
Departure train station: All trains depart from Peterborough station. The station is within walking distance of the city centre, close to the Queensgate shopping centre. Within the station, passengers can expect to find a newsagent and a cafe, a First Class lounge, customer services, toilets and car and bike parking. The station is readily served by many local bus routes.
Arrival train station: All trains from Peterborough to Glasgow terminate at Glasgow Queen Street station. Located in the centre of the city, Queen Street is within walking distance of both Glasgow Central and High Street stations. Outside the station, passengers will find two taxi ranks, making onward travel easy for all.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Glasgow trains use the Peterborough to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
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.
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.
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