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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Wolverhampton to Glasgow. The train trip from Wolverhampton to Glasgow is usually about 4 hours and 4 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Virgin Trains train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 242 mi (390 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 38m |
| Lowest price | $51.32 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wolverhampton to Glasgow?
2 train services operate from Wolverhampton to Glasgow. Virgin Trains + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Trains | 2 | 4h 5m | $52.63 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 6 | 4h 4m | $142.76 |
Virgin Trains train tickets from Wolverhampton to Glasgow start from $51, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Virgin Trains schedules to Glasgow. Virgin Trains in Wolverhampton leaves from Wolverhampton Train Station . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Wolverhampton to Glasgow train travel on Virgin Trains takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, Virgin Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 38 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Glasgow.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Wolverhampton to Glasgow start from $143, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Glasgow. Virgin Trains + Connections in Wolverhampton leaves from Wolverhampton Train Station . And in Glasgow trains arrive at Glasgow Central .
From Wolverhampton to Glasgow train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 4 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Glasgow faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 38 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Glasgow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wolverhampton and Glasgow is approximately 242 miles, or 390 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 38 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 Wolverhampton to Glasgow tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Wolverhampton at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Wolverhampton to Glasgow. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to Wolverhampton.
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 Wolverhampton?
Main departure station: Wolverhampton Train Station
There is one train station in Wolverhampton.
All train stations in Wolverhampton:
Wolverhampton Train Station
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival 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
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