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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to York
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €65
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €83
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 3 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 3 h 31 m
- Trains on Nov 09
- 6
- Distance
- 293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to York will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 6 trains from Glasgow to York, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
W298736:48 AM 3h50 Glasgow Central (GLC) 10:38 AM York station (YRK) €65 1 One-way 0 transfers
G08180+
L877746:45 AM 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 10:14 AM York station (YRK) €76 1 One-way 1 transfer- C02002+W69143
6:06 AM 3h46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 9:52 AM York station (YRK) €84 1 One-way 1 transfer - C02015+L87785
7:15 AM 3h38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 10:53 AM York station (YRK) €84 1 One-way 1 transfer - L87797+G08186
7:45 AM 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 11:14 AM York station (YRK) €90 1 One-way 1 transfer
- G08175+L87757
6:00 AM 3h14 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 9:14 AM York station (YRK) €99 1 One-way 1 transfer - G08180+L87774
6:45 AM 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 10:14 AM York station (YRK) €76 1 One-way 1 transfer - L87797+G08186
7:45 AM 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 11:14 AM York station (YRK) €90 1 One-way 1 transfer - C02015+L87785
7:15 AM 3h38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 10:53 AM York station (YRK) €84 1 One-way 1 transfer - C02002+W69143
6:06 AM 3h46 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 9:52 AM York station (YRK) €84 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 1:30 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Live departures
Glasgow to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to York trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01155 | On time 10:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h43 | 2:38 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87900+G80060 | On time 11:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 2:14 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87917+C02008 | On time 11:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 2:53 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87917+C02008 | On time 11:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 2:53 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87926+G80066 | On time 12:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 3:14 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87942+G80072 | On time 1:00 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 4:14 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87950+C02045 | On time 1:30 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 4:53 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 9 | |||||
| L87757+G08175 | 6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h14 | 9:14 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| W69143+C02002 | 6:06 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h46 | 9:52 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87774+G08180 | 6:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 10:14 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873 | 6:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h50 | 10:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87785+C02015 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h38 | 10:53 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| L87797+G08186 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 11:14 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow and York
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Trains from Glasgow to York
Trains from Glasgow to York are provided by CrossCountry and Virgin trains East Coast. There are up to three departures an hour throughout the day from the early hours of the morning until shortly before midnight. The journey takes around three and a half hours. The route from Glasgow Central Station is direct while trains leaving from Queen Street require a connection at Edinburgh Waverley Station. The first departure Sundays is later.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to York?
Departure Station:Trains from Glasgow to York depart from either Queen Street or Central Station. Both are located in the city centre and have car parks, bicycle storage, taxi ranks and bus stops. A regular shuttle bus service to Glasgow Airport departs from Queen Street Station while Glasgow Central is on the city's SPT subway network.
Arrival Station:Trains arrive in the attractive concourse of York Station. This large station has a car park, taxi rank, local bus stops and bicycle storage facilities and is located about 15 minutes walk from the city's historic heart.
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to York
Most Glasgow to York trains use the Glasgow Central to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which York station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
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