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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Lichfield to Glasgow. The train trip from Lichfield to Glasgow is usually about 4 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest West Midlands Railway train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 241 mi (387 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 59m |
| Lowest price | £43.54 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Lichfield to Glasgow?
West Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Lichfield to Glasgow. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands Railway | 4 | 4h 13m | £72.18 |
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Lichfield to Glasgow start from £44, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 West Midlands Railway schedules to Glasgow. West Midlands Railway in Lichfield leaves from Lichfield Trent Valley . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Lichfield to Glasgow train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 4 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 59 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lichfield and Glasgow is approximately 241 miles, or 387 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 59 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.
Trains departing from Lichfield to Glasgow tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Lichfield at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 4 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 Glasgow to Lichfield.
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 Lichfield?
Main departure station: Lichfield Trent Valley
There is one train station in Lichfield.
All train stations in Lichfield:
Lichfield Trent Valley
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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