- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Glasgow will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bradford for Glasgow on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Trains from Bradford to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 3:22 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Glasgow trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89202 · P24048 · G89045+ W34254 | On time 8:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h30 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
G89202+ G15894+ G89045+ W34254 | On time 8:35 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h30 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
C32986 · C31880+ W33912 | On time 9:07 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 4h55 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G88971+ G80224+ L87983 | On time 12:08 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h29 | 4:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G88974+ W85188 | On time 12:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h20 | 4:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
L89578+ G01064+ L87996 | On time 12:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h43 | 5:14 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
C31733 · P24062 · G89051+ W34187 | On time 12:33 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h28 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
C32995 · C32573+ W34007 | On time 1:11 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 4h50 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G88978+ C01372 | On time 1:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h02 | 5:21 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89225 · P24066 · G89067+ W34007 | On time 1:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h27 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
C02120+ G01067+ L88015 | On time 1:37 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 4h41 | 6:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G88981+ G80234+ L87748 | On time 2:08 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h29 | 6:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G88984+ W85196 | On time 2:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h20 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
L89597+ G01069+ L87766 | On time 2:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h47 | 7:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G89230 · P24029 · G89053+ W34069 | On time 2:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h43 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
C32361 · C32575+ W85197 | On time 3:16 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 4h33 | 7:49 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G88990+ W34292 | On time 3:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h06 | 7:25 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89235 · P24036 · G89055+ W34082 | On time 3:34 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h28 | 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
G88992+ G80247+ L87796 | On time 4:08 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h30 | 8:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Glasgow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bradford to Glasgow trains use the Bradford Interchange to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frizinghall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Springburn is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Springburn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Springburn.
Ticket office support is available at Springburn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Springburn: Parking.
Available at Springburn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Springburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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