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It takes an average of 8h 1m to travel from Cambridge to Glasgow by train, over a distance of around 310 miles (499 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Glasgow and tickets for this journey start from £65.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:51 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow | |
| Journey time | From 5h 53m | |
| Distance | 310 miles (499 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £65.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Cambridge to Glasgow by train
Looking to travel from Cambridge to Glasgow by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 1 minute to travel from Cambridge to Glasgow by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 68 trains per day running along the 310 miles (499 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Glasgow, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Glasgow. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cambridge to Glasgow in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £65.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Glasgow?
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.