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It takes an average of 13h 15m to travel from Barnstaple to Glasgow by train, over a distance of around 331 miles (533 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Barnstaple to Glasgow and tickets for this journey start from £78.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Barnstaple | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow | |
| Journey time | From 8h 37m | |
| Distance | 331 miles (533 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £78.90 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Barnstaple to Glasgow in 8 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Barnstaple to Glasgow? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours 15 minutes to travel the 331 miles (533 km) from Barnstaple to Glasgow by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Glasgow. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Barnstaple to Glasgow in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £78.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Glasgow by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.