4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
12
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 £133 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 one change.
W84673 · W85182 · W8518511:114h37Sheffield station (SHF)15:48Glasgow Central (GLC)£561One-way2 changes- W84667 · W8517910:114h28Sheffield station (SHF)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£681One-way1 change
- W84656 · W851708:084h32Sheffield station (SHF)12:40Glasgow Central (GLC)£681One-way1 change
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L8796710:574h41Sheffield station (SHF)15:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£841One-way2 changes- G80211+L87951+W8466510:114h23Sheffield station (SHF)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1421One-way2 changes
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W342548:444h23Sheffield station (SHF)13:07Glasgow Central (GLC)£1711One-way2 changes- G80211+L87951+W8466510:114h23Sheffield station (SHF)14:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1421One-way2 changes
- W84658+G80205+L879369:114h24Sheffield station (SHF)13:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£1491One-way2 changes
- W84667 · W8517910:114h28Sheffield station (SHF)14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£681One-way1 change
- C04444+C013698:444h31Sheffield station (SHF)13:15Glasgow Central (GLC)£1711One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield to Glasgow
Omio 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 prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 329 km
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£65 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 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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Live departures
Sheffield to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84656 · W85170 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h32 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
 G01055+L87936 | 8:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h13 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| C04444+C01369 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h31 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G89045+W34254+C04444 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h23 | 13:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| G80205+L87936+W84658 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h24 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W84661+W33912 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h51 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W84667 · W85179 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G80211+L87951+W84665 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h23 | 14:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G01060+L87967 | 10:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h16 | 15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W33935+C21812 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h34 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G80216+L87967+G89691 | 10:57 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h41 | 15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W84673 · W85182 · W85185 | 11:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h37 | 15:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Glasgow
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Trains from Sheffield to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Glasgow trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Glasgow from £14. 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 Sheffield to Glasgow
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.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Sheffield 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.
FAQs: Sheffield to Glasgow train
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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Glasgow
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.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield 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
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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