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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 29 Aug
£56
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£143
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
4 h 22 m
Trains on 29 Aug
16
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Glasgow will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Sheffield to Glasgow you need to make at least 2 changes.
W84679 · W85190
W84655 · W85169
W84668 · W85181
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L88002
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C14761
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W33379
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W33773
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C14755
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C14761
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C14757Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 329 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Sheffield to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W84655 · W85169 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h34 | 12:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84652+ G80200+ C14755 | 8:12 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h24 | 12:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G01056+ L87931 | 8:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h00 | 13:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
W84659+ G80204+ C14757 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h26 | 13:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
W84668 · W85181 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84664+ C01937+ C14761 | On time 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h25 | 14:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
G01057+ C14765 | 10:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h00 | 15:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
C04451+ G89065+ W33379 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h17 | 15:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C04451+ C01371 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h35 | 15:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84671+ G80218+ C14766 | 11:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
W84679 · W85190 | 12:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h31 | 16:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G01061+ L87995 | 12:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h56 | 17:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
C04457+ C01373 | 12:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h37 | 17:20 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C04457+ G89051+ W33773 | 12:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h18 | 17:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W84685+ W33793 | 13:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h50 | 18:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84682+ G80230+ L88002 | 13:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 17:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Sheffield to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 3:20 |
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.
CrossCountry Trains operate direct trains from Sheffield to Glasgow. The first departure is just after 7:00 a.m. with trains every two hours until the final service just after 5:00 p.m. These journeys take around five hours. Using indirect services, it is possible to cut the journey time by at least 30 minutes and find earlier morning departures and later evening trains. These routes use TransPennine Express trains to Manchester Piccadilly and the same company's service to Glasgow.
Departure Station: Sheffield station is a 15 minutes walk to the city centre. The station has its own stop on the tram network and is only two minutes away from the bus and coach interchange. Taxis are available at the exit.
Arrival Station: Glasgow Central station is situated in the city centre. The St Enoch Subway station is around five minutes walk away. Local buses stop next to the station on Hope Street and Union Street. Taxis are available by the entrance on Gordon Street.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Glasgow trains use the Sheffield to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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.
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.
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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