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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£169
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Glasgow will cost around £169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
Of the 5 trains that leave Swindon for Glasgow every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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.
8:106h07Swindon14:17Glasgow£1291One-way0 changes- 9:106h07Swindon15:17Glasgow£1781One-way0 changes
- 10:116h28Swindon16:39Glasgow£1791One-way0 changes
- 9:116h28Swindon15:39Glasgow£1801One-way0 changes
- 16:416h37Swindon23:18Glasgow£1801One-way0 changes
- 9:106h07Swindon15:17Glasgow£1781One-way0 changes
- 8:106h07Swindon14:17Glasgow£1291One-way0 changes
- 10:116h28Swindon16:39Glasgow£1791One-way0 changes
- 9:116h28Swindon15:39Glasgow£1801One-way0 changes
- 16:416h37Swindon23:18Glasgow£1801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Swindon to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. 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 £26, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 506 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£157 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swindon to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 Swindon | 6h07 | 14:17 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:10 Swindon | 6h07 | 15:17 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:11 Swindon | 6h28 | 15:39 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:11 Swindon | 6h28 | 16:39 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Glasgow from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon and Glasgow
Most Swindon to Glasgow trains use the Swindon to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swindon station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, 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 taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 Kennishead from Glasgow city centre
Kennishead is 7 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Kennishead train station facilities and services
Kennishead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kennishead.
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 Kennishead: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kennishead: Bike Parking.
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