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Outbound fromNottingham to Glasgow by train
It takes an average of 7h 59m to travel from Nottingham to Glasgow by train, over a distance of around 237 miles (382 km). There are normally 99 trains per day travelling from Nottingham to Glasgow and tickets for this journey start from £43 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:29 | |
| Departure station | Nottingham | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow | |
| Journey time | From 4h 55m | |
| Distance | 237 miles (382 km) | |
| Frequency | 99 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
About the train journey from Nottingham to Glasgow
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The train from Nottingham to Glasgow usually takes 7 hours 59 minutes on average to travel 237 miles (382 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 55 minutes. You can expect to find 99 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Glasgow, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Nottingham to Glasgow if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £43.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Glasgow
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Nottingham to Glasgow is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.