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Watford to Glasgow Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Watford to Glasgow. Traveling by train from Watford to Glasgow usually takes 5 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast train can make the trip in 4 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 331 mi (532 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 54m |
| Lowest price | £39.13 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Watford to Glasgow?
2 train services operate from Watford to Glasgow. West Midlands Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 4 | 5h 33m | £79.16 |
| West Midlands Railway | 8 | 5h 20m | £53.98 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Watford to Glasgow start from £44, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 West Midlands Railway schedules to Glasgow. West Midlands Railway in Watford leaves from Watford Junction . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Watford to Glasgow train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 5 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 54 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Watford to Glasgow
The distance between Watford and Glasgow is approximately 331 miles, or 532 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 54 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 Watford to Glasgow. 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 Watford at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 12 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Glasgow. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to Watford.
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 Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
There is one train station in Watford.
All train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Main arrival station: Glasgow Central
Glasgow has one train station.
Train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Central
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