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Outbound fromStoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central by train
It takes an average of 5h 0m to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central by train, over a distance of around 214 miles (344 km). There are normally 83 trains per day travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central and tickets for this journey start from £18 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:43 | |
| Departure station | Stoke-on-Trent | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 35m | |
| Distance | 214 miles (344 km) | |
| Frequency | 83 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £18 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 83 trains per day running between Stoke-on-Trent and Glasgow Central, which usually take 5 hours to complete the 214 miles (344 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Glasgow Central by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Glasgow Central start from £18.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Glasgow Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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