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Glasgow to Scarborough Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

14 trains operate daily from Glasgow to Scarborough. The train trip from Glasgow to Scarborough is usually about 5 hours and 6 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail + Connections train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance188 mi (302 km)
Fastest train4h 40m
Lowest price£56.00
Most frequent serviceScotRail + Connections
Train lines3

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Which train should you take from Glasgow to Scarborough?

There are 3 train lines with service from Glasgow to Scarborough. ScotRail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
CrossCountry + Connections24h 41m£110.80
ScotRail + Connections115h 9m£105.82
TransPennine Express + Connections15h 35m£110.80
  • CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Scarborough start from £111, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Scarborough. CrossCountry + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Scarborough trains arrive at Rail Station .

    From Glasgow to Scarborough train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 4 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Scarborough faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 40 minutes.

  • ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

  • TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Scarborough start from £111, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Scarborough. TransPennine Express + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Scarborough trains arrive at Rail Station .

    From Glasgow to Scarborough train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 5 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Scarborough faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 40 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glasgow to Scarborough

The distance between Glasgow and Scarborough is approximately 188 miles, or 302 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 40 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.

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

The earliest train departs Glasgow at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:00. 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 14 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.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Scarborough to Glasgow.

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 coach service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Glasgow?

Main departure station: Patterton Station

Glasgow has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Scarborough.

All train stations in Glasgow:

  • Patterton Station

  • Glasgow Queen St Station

  • Glasgow Central

Where is the train station in Scarborough?

Main arrival station: Scarborough Rail Station

Scarborough has one train station.

Train stations in Scarborough:

  • Scarborough Rail Station

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