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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Glasgow will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sunderland 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 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
9:313h34Sunderland13:05Glasgow£261One-way0 changes
10:003h35Sunderland13:35Glasgow£321One-way0 changes
6:123h26Sunderland9:38Glasgow£441One-way0 changes- 5:123h26Sunderland8:38Glasgow£471One-way0 changes
- 6:123h26Sunderland9:38Glasgow£441One-way0 changes
- 5:123h26Sunderland8:38Glasgow£471One-way0 changes
- 9:313h34Sunderland13:05Glasgow£261One-way0 changes
- 10:003h35Sunderland13:35Glasgow£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sunderland to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 211 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £390 Average Price |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Glasgow trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01971+ L87888+ TW040300 | Delayed 8:03 8:24Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h12 | 11:36 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
 W85810+TW042000+L87902 | Delayed 8:17 8:36Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h30 | 12:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G80199+C31768+L87919 | Delayed 9:04 9:31Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h04 | 12:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:12 Sunderland | 3h26 | 8:38 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:12 Sunderland | 3h26 | 9:38 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Glasgow
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Trains from Sunderland to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited from Sunderland to Glasgow trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sunderland and Glasgow from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Glasgow
Most Sunderland to Glasgow trains use the Sunderland to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sunderland station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
St Peters train station facilities and services
St Peters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Peters.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Peters. ATMs are available at St Peters.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Peters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Peters: Bike Parking.
Getting to Stadium of Light from Sunderland city centre
Stadium of Light is 1 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
Stadium of Light train station facilities and services
Stadium of Light has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stadium of Light.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stadium of Light.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stadium of Light: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stadium of Light: Bike Parking.
Which Glasgow station do trains from Sunderland 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.
Getting to Crookston from Glasgow city centre
Crookston is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Crookston train station facilities and services
Crookston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crookston.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 Crookston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Crookston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crookston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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