4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Glasgow will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 4 trains that leave Reading 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 536 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 6 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.
9:156h02Reading15:17Glasgow£781One-way0 changes- 8:158h06Reading16:21Glasgow£791One-way0 changes
7:186h47Reading14:05Glasgow£1331One-way0 changes
2:547h13Reading10:07Glasgow£1571One-way0 changes
- 9:156h02Reading15:17Glasgow£781One-way0 changes
- 7:186h47Reading14:05Glasgow£1331One-way0 changes
- 2:547h13Reading10:07Glasgow£1571One-way0 changes
- 8:158h06Reading16:21Glasgow£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Reading to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 536 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £85 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Glasgow trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:12 Reading | 6h36 | 16:48 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 10:15 Reading | 8h05 | 18:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| 2:54 Reading | 7h13 | 10:07 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Glasgow
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Trains from Reading to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Reading to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Glasgow from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Glasgow
Most Reading to Glasgow trains use the Reading to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Reading and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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 High Street (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Street (Glasgow). 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 High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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