The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
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 £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 4 trains that leave Peterborough for Glasgow every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 449 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
12:524h44Peterborough17:36Glasgow£711One-way0 changes
11:524h44Peterborough16:36Glasgow£751One-way0 changes
10:514h46Peterborough15:37Glasgow£781One-way0 changes
11:514h46Peterborough16:37Glasgow£821One-way0 changes
12:524h44Peterborough17:36Glasgow£711One-way0 changes
11:524h44Peterborough16:36Glasgow£751One-way0 changes
11:514h46Peterborough16:37Glasgow£821One-way0 changes
10:514h46Peterborough15:37Glasgow£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Peterborough to Glasgow
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 prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 449 km
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Live departures
Peterborough to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:51 Peterborough | 4h46 | 15:37 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:51 Peterborough | 4h46 | 16:37 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:52 Peterborough | 4h44 | 16:36 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:52 Peterborough | 4h44 | 17:36 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Glasgow
Trains from Peterborough to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £19 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 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Peterborough to Glasgow trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Peterborough and Glasgow from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Peterborough to Glasgow
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.
Which train companies travel from Peterborough to Glasgow?
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.
How long is the train from Peterborough to Glasgow?
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.
How many trains are there from Peterborough to Glasgow?
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.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Peterborough to Glasgow?
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.
FAQs: Peterborough to Glasgow train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Glasgow
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.
Which Peterborough station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre
Peterborough 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
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Glasgow station do trains from Peterborough arrive at?
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 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.
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