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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Worcester to Glasgow. The train trip from Worcester to Glasgow is usually about 5 hours and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest West Midlands Railway train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 267 mi (429 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 17m |
| Lowest price | £52.26 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Worcester to Glasgow?
West Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Worcester to Glasgow. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands Railway | 2 | 5h 25m | £90.61 |
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Worcester to Glasgow start from £52, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 West Midlands Railway schedules to Glasgow. West Midlands Railway in Worcester leaves from Foregate Street Station and one other station. And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Worcester to Glasgow train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 5 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Worcester and Glasgow is approximately 267 miles, or 429 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 17 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Worcester to Glasgow on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Worcester at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 07:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Worcester twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to Worcester.
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 Worcester?
Main departure station: Foregate Street Station
There are two stations in Worcester where you can board the train to Glasgow.
All train stations in Worcester:
Foregate Street Station
Worcester Shrub Hill Train Station
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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