York to Glasgow train with LNER
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Glasgow will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from York to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£54 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 34m average duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m average duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Glasgow train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P00122+ C26683+Y66804 | On time 07:07 York station (YRK) | 3h59 | 11:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| C23644+Y66821 | On time 07:32 York station (YRK) | 4h03 | 11:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| C01401+P00135+Y66821 | On time 07:45 York station (YRK) | 3h50 | 11:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| P00135+Y66821 | On time 07:56 York station (YRK) | 3h39 | 11:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
P00135+ W49364+ P00490 | On time 07:56 York station (YRK) | 4h19 | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| C26405+W49364+P00490 | Delayed 08:21 08:07York station (YRK) | 4h08 | 12:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 17:56 |
Train providers: East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express trains York to Glasgow
Find the best trains to Glasgow from York with Omio's travel partners East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express from £33. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
York to Glasgow train information with East Coast:
- Average Duration: 3 h 28 min
- Cheapest Price: £34
- East Coast frequency: 5 a day
Trains from York to Glasgow
With trains from York to Glasgow that take as little as three hours 30 minutes and several departures available every hour, it's easy to travel flexibly and quickly on this busy and popular route. Cross Country offers several direct services throughout the week, but most of the trains on this route require at least one change.
Which train companies travel from York to Glasgow?
This route is serviced by three operators: Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway and Northern Rail. Most of the services are delivered by Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway (LNER.)
How long is the train from York to Glasgow?
The fastest service takes three hours 30 minutes and is offered by Cross Country with one change at Edinburgh Waverley. Typically, most of the trains take between three hours 40 minutes and around four hours. The final night service on this route, which leaves at around 9:00 p.m., can take around nine hours, with a single change at Edinburgh.
How many trains are there from York to Glasgow?
Train services on this route begin at around 6:30 a.m. during the week and operate until around 9:00 p.m. There are slightly fewer services at the weekends and these begin later in the day as well, from around 8:00 a.m. During the week and especially at busy commuter periods, there are up to four trains per hour. Even at quieter times, there will usually be at least one scheduled train service on offer.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from York to Glasgow?
Departure train station: York Station is located on the edge of the city centre. With 11 platforms, it is a key tourist and business hub alike and has facilities that reflect its status. Passengers will find a first class lounge, accessible toilets, taxis, public WiFi, ATMs, a newsagent, trolleys, lockers, onward bus travel, a car park, a bureau de change and retail, coffee and food outlets.
Arrival train station: Glasgow Queen Street is the city's terminus station and Scotland's third busiest railway station. Located by historic George Square, it offers plenty of passenger facilities, including an open plan concourse, retail, coffee and newsagent units, accessible toilets, long platforms, waiting areas, digital information boards and ticket machines. There is a help desk, payphones, WiFi and easy onward travel with taxis and bus stops directly outside.
FAQs: York to Glasgow train
Passengers board the train most frequently from York, which is located around 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Central, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in York and Glasgow
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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