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Outbound fromTaunton to Glasgow Central by train
It takes an average of 8h 43m to travel from Taunton to Glasgow Central by train, over a distance of around 338 miles (543 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Taunton to Glasgow Central and tickets for this journey start from £81.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 10:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 13:53 | |
| Departure station | Taunton | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 8h 20m | |
| Distance | 338 miles (543 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £81.60 | |
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How to travel from Taunton to Glasgow Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Taunton to Glasgow Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Taunton and Glasgow Central, which usually take 8 hours 43 minutes to complete the 338 miles (543 km) journey. It can take as little as 8 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. CrossCountry trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Glasgow Central.
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 Taunton to Glasgow Central start from £81.60 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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Cheap train tickets from Taunton to Glasgow Central
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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 Taunton to Glasgow Central 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.
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