4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 7 trains that leave Nottingham for Glasgow on Fri, Aug 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 381 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
9:53 AM5h24Nottingham3:17 PMGlasgow€761One-way0 transfers
9:17 AM6h20Nottingham3:37 PMGlasgow€961One-way0 transfers- 7:45 AM5h20Nottingham1:05 PMGlasgow€1041One-way0 transfers
- 5:17 PM6h21Nottingham11:38 PMGlasgow€1281One-way0 transfers
- 6:37 AM5h38Nottingham12:15 PMGlasgow€1331One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM5h20Nottingham1:05 PMGlasgow€1041One-way0 transfers
- 9:53 AM5h24Nottingham3:17 PMGlasgow€761One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM5h36Nottingham11:36 AMGlasgow€1611One-way0 transfers- 6:37 AM5h38Nottingham12:15 PMGlasgow€1331One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM5h44Nottingham2:34 PMGlasgow€1601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 381 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€108 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Nottingham | 5h36 | 11:36 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:37 AM Nottingham | 5h38 | 12:15 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 AM Nottingham | 5h20 | 1:05 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Nottingham | 5h44 | 2:34 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:17 AM Nottingham | 6h20 | 3:37 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:53 AM Nottingham | 5h24 | 3:17 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:17 PM Nottingham | 6h21 | 11:38 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 7:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham 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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Trains from Nottingham to Glasgow
Travellers heading over the border to Scotland's largest city depart from Nottingham Railway Station. The majority of trains arrive at Glasgow Central Station with several trains a day terminating at Glasgow Queen Street. Services from Nottingham are provided by Virgin trains East Coast and CrossCountry and involve two or three changes before arriving at their final destination. Trains run roughly twice per hour between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. from Monday to Saturday and between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sundays. The journey takes between five and six hours with an average journey time of 5 hours and 40 minutes.
FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Glasgow
Most Nottingham to Glasgow trains use the Nottingham to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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: 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 Hillington East from Glasgow city centre
Hillington East is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington East train station facilities and services
Hillington East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillington East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington East. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hillington East: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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