Wolverhampton to Glasgow train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 22 Feb

Cheapest price

£97

Average price

£122

Fastest journey

3 h 47 m

Average duration

4 h 5 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

390 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Glasgow will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Glasgow every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.

Avanti West CoastW02442
09:313h54
Wolverhampton station (WVH)
13:25Glasgow Central (GLC)
£971One-way
0 changes
West Midlands TrainsP05482+Avanti West CoastW02438
09:514h19
Wolverhampton station (WVH)
14:10Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1281One-way
1 change
Avanti West CoastW01953
11:323h47
Wolverhampton station (WVH)
15:19Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1281One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastW01950+TransPennine ExpressC74088
10:324h12
Wolverhampton station (WVH)
14:44Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1281One-way
1 change
West Midlands TrainsW05245+Avanti West CoastW02427
10:534h14
Wolverhampton station (WVH)
15:07Glasgow Central (GLC)
£1281One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Wolverhampton to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 390 km

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Live departures

Wolverhampton to Glasgow train times

The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
11:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
3h45
15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastL02374+transpennine_expressC74098
On time
12:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h10
16:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
avanti_west_coastL02366 · W02419
On time
13:31 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h30
18:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW02927+transpennine_expressC74103
On time
14:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h07
18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW02926
On time
15:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
3h45
19:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastL02378+transpennine_expressC74112
On time
16:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h06
20:38 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW02923
On time
17:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
3h50
21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastL02380 · W02404
On time
18:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h41
23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
Sunday 22 February
avanti_west_coastW02442
On time
09:31 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
3h54
13:25 Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 changesdirect
west_midlands_railP05482+avanti_west_coastW02438
On time
09:51 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h19
14:10 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW01950+transpennine_expressC74088
On time
10:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h12
14:44 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
west_midlands_railW05245+avanti_west_coastW02427
On time
10:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH)
4h14
15:07 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change

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Avanti West Coast as well as TransPennine Express offer trains services from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow

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Trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 3h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance
390 km
Average train duration
3h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 43m
First train
04:26
Last train
19:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Wolverhampton to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Glasgow from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£21
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 7m
Cheapest Price
£102
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow

Passengers looking to travel from Wolverhampton to Glasgow will be pleased to find that there is one service every hour. Despite the two cities being 280 miles apart, the train route couldn't be easier. Half of the services are direct and the others have just one change at Preston, Manchester or Crewe.

Which train companies travel from Wolverhampton to Glasgow?

The route is operated by First Transpennine Express and Virgin Trains from Monday to Saturday. There is at least one train each hour. Virgin operates direct services and First Transpennine Express tends to have one change. On Sunday, the services are operated by Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway.

How long is the train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow?

The service can take as little as three hours 40 minutes for a direct service with Virgin Trains.  Even with a change, most services are between four to five hours. The final sleeper services of the day from around 10:00 p.m. are the exception and these can take around nine hours because of the longer overnight changeover periods. Sunday services can also take longer and have multiple changes, so it's well worth checking the timetable before travel.

How many trains are there from Wolverhampton to Glasgow?

There is typically one train per hour and these start from around 6:00 a.m. on a weekday and run until after 11:00 p.m. Sunday services tend to be slower and involve more changes, although there is still at least one service an hour on average.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow?

Departure train station: Wolverhampton Train Station has ticketing facilities, digital information boards, a seating area, shops and coffee kiosk, ATMs, accessible toilets with baby changing, trolleys and National Key Toilets and wheelchairs. There is a car park and buses, and taxis can be hailed from the station approach.

Arrival train station: Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street are well served with passenger facilities. These include seating areas and first class lounges, ticketing facilities, information desks and boards, accessible toilets with baby changing, coffee kiosks, shops, retail outlets and a newsagent, ATMs, WiFi and onward travel options, including a taxi rank, access to buses and walking distance to city centre facilities.

FAQs: Wolverhampton to Glasgow train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Wolverhampton to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Wolverhampton to Glasgow covers a distance of 390 km and takes approximately 3h 43m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow leaves at 4:26.
The train distance from Wolverhampton to Glasgow is 390 km.
The last train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow departs at 19:53.
Trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
Yes, there is a direct train between Wolverhampton and Glasgow. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
To get from Wolverhampton to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
The train station in Wolverhampton that goes to Glasgow is Wolverhampton station (WVH), and it arrives at Glasgow Central (GLC).
The cheapest way to get from Wolverhampton to Glasgow is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Wolverhampton to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Wolverhampton to Glasgow offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with highlights including the rolling hills of the Peak District and picturesque views as the train travels through the Lake District, providing a pleasant and varied landscape for much of the trip.
A day trip from Wolverhampton to Glasgow is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 43m. There are 5 trains per day covering the 390 km distance.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Glasgow

Wolverhampton
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Wolverhampton is Wolverhampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wolverhampton for your trip from Wolverhampton to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Multi storey
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Wolverhampton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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