Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€129

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€242

Fastest journey on Sep 19

6 h 50 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

7 h 17 m

Trains on Sep 19

5

Distance

572 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around €242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €129.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) without transferring at least once.

  • CrossCountryG01076+Avanti West CoastW33795
    12:27 PM6h50
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    7:17 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    1291One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01065+Avanti West CoastC01371
    8:27 AM6h51
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    3:18 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    2241One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01084+Avanti West CoastW33794 · W33709
    3:27 PM7h46
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    11:13 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    2371One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW85194+CrossCountryG00864+Avanti West CoastW33797
    10:53 AM7h46
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    3091One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW85194+CrossCountryG01072+Avanti West CoastW33797
    11:27 AM7h12
    Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    3091One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a train costs an average of €233.

Distance: 355 miles (572 km)

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Train
Most popular
Flight
Bus
Driving

€233

Average price

€152

Average price

€49

Average price

Cheapest

€167

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 14m

Average total duration

6h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

14h 18m

Average total duration

13h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 3m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

KLM

Most popular airline

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is a bus with an average price of €49.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC):

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €152.

A bus is €184 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €233.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 44m.

Bus takes on average 13h 48m.

Yes, you can take a train between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Glasgow Central (GLC).
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 19m sooner (6h 44m by train vs 8h 3m by car). Tickets start at around €233 compared to roughly €167 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryG01065+Avanti West CoastC013718:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
6h51
3:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00864+Avanti West CoastW33797+Transpennine ExpressW8519410:53 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
7h46
6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)2 transfers
CrossCountryG01072+Avanti West CoastW33797+Transpennine ExpressW8519411:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
7h12
6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)2 transfers
CrossCountryG01076+Avanti West CoastW3379512:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
6h50
7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
CrossCountryG01084+Avanti West CoastW33794 · W33709
On time
3:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
7h46
11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 transfers

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Why should you book Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €227 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 09:27, the last at 12:27. The fastest train covers the 355 miles (572 km) distance in 6h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €30
Distance
355 miles (572 km)
Average train duration
6h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
€227
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 38m
First train
9:27 AM
Last train
12:27 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €30

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
6h 38m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€227
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
6h 46m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€235
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €227, while the average price is around €233.
The train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) takes 6h 38m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 9:27 AM.
The distance by train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is 355 miles (572 km).
The last train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 12:27 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by bus, with a cost of around €30.
The train journey from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central offers a scenic experience, passing through diverse landscapes such as the rolling hills of Devon, the picturesque countryside of the Midlands, and the dramatic views of the Lake District and Southern Uplands in Scotland.
A day trip from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 38m. There are 5 trains available per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Since neither Exeter St Davids (EXD) nor Glasgow Central (GLC) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Glasgow Central (GLC) include Edinburgh, Carlisle, Cambuslang, Johnstone, Irvine.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Exeter
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre

Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · €2 · every ~20 min
4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · €2 · every ~19 min

Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services

Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Most popular trains to and from Glasgow Central (GLC) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)

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