The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) you need to make at least one change.
C27131 · C27294
Y07542+
P00490
C23650+
Y66845+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
C27125+
W09869
Y07544+
Y05620+
W09869
Y07544+
Y05620+
W09869
Y07542+
Y05743+
W09867
Y07542+
P00490
C27131 · C27294
C27125+
W09869Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 329 km
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£111 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y07558+ Y05577+ W09883 | On time 14:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h35 | 19:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
Y07558+ W10524 | 14:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h41 | 19:24 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C27089+ W09886 | On time 15:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h50 | 20:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07560+ Y04219+ W09886 | On time 15:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h18 | 20:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27083 · C26793 | On time 16:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h28 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C23671 | 16:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h01 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y07563+ W10536 | On time 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h29 | 21:12 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07563+ Y02330+ W10536 | On time 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h29 | 21:12 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27077+ W09892 | On time 17:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h57 | 22:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C23675 | 17:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h52 | 22:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y07566+ Y00982+ W09892 | On time 17:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h27 | 22:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27071+ W09895 | On time 18:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h02 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07569+ W10547 | On time 18:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h36 | 23:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07569+ Y00952+ W09895 | On time 18:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h32 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27065 · C26787+ W09898 | On time 19:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h57 | 00:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27065+ W09898 | On time 19:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h57 | 00:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
C27131 · C27294 | On time 08:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h31 | 12:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07542+ P00490 | On time 08:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h30 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
Y07542+ Y05743+ W09867 | On time 08:45 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h19 | 13:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
C27125+ W09869 | On time 09:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h51 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C23650+ Y66845+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 09:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h00 | 14:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
Y07544+ Y05620+ W09869 | On time 09:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h18 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 18:11 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
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Cross Country
FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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