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Glasgow - Scunthorpe Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are 8 daily trains from Glasgow to Scunthorpe. Traveling by train from Glasgow to Scunthorpe usually takes around 6 hours, but the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can make the trip in 5 hours and 1 minutes.

Distance213 mi (343 km)
Fastest train5h 1m
Lowest price$223.40
Most frequent serviceVirgin Trains + Connections
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Which train should you take from Glasgow to Scunthorpe?

There are 4 train lines with service from Glasgow to Scunthorpe. Virgin Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
CrossCountry + Connections15h 2m$227.41
London North Eastern Railway + Connections15h 14m$227.41
TransPennine Express + Connections15h 57m$216.71
Virgin Trains + Connections56h 22m$223.13
  • CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Scunthorpe start from $227, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Scunthorpe. CrossCountry + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Scunthorpe trains arrive at Scunthorpe Train Station .

    From Glasgow to Scunthorpe train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 5 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Scunthorpe faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 1 minutes.

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.

  • TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Scunthorpe start from $217, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Scunthorpe. TransPennine Express + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Scunthorpe trains arrive at Scunthorpe Train Station .

    From Glasgow to Scunthorpe train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 5 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Scunthorpe faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 1 minutes.

  • Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Scunthorpe start from $217, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Scunthorpe. Virgin Trains + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Scunthorpe trains arrive at Scunthorpe Train Station .

    From Glasgow to Scunthorpe train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 6 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Scunthorpe faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 1 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Glasgow and Scunthorpe is approximately 213 miles, or 343 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 1 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Glasgow to Scunthorpe. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Glasgow at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

City Information

Glasgow

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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.

There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.

If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.

Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Glasgow?

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Main departure station: Glasgow Central

Glasgow Central Station is a stunning, expansive Victorian railway station in the center of Glasgow. The station is so large that it contains a piano garden, a concourse of shops and dining, numerous amenities, and even the Glasgow Grand Central Hotel onsite. The area around the station is also packed with bars, restaurants, and hotels for a very warm welcome to Glasgow. Six train carriers, including CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and TransPennine Express, operate routes to Glasgow Central Station from destinations as far as London.

All train stations in Glasgow:

  • Glasgow Central

Where is the train station in Scunthorpe?

Main arrival station: Scunthorpe Train Station

Scunthorpe has one train station.

Train stations in Scunthorpe:

  • Scunthorpe Train Station

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