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Hull and East Riding Museum
Hull’s flagship natural history and local history museum is set in a grand Victorian building and is ideal for understanding the city’s story.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$80
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$95
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 345 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, while a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull:
A bus is $46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull costing on average $114.
Other travel options to Kingston upon Hull take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 54m.
The journey is about 5m faster (4h 36m by train vs 4h 41m by car) and roughly $20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($114 vs $134). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Glasgow | 5h28 | 12:28 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Glasgow | 5h23 | 2:01 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Glasgow | 4h49 | 1:49 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Glasgow | 5h59 | 4:14 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Glasgow | 4h47 | 3:47 PM Kingston upon Hull | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $60 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 3:56 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
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Discover the best of Kingston upon Hull — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kingston upon Hull trip today.
Hull’s flagship natural history and local history museum is set in a grand Victorian building and is ideal for understanding the city’s story.
This free museum explores William Wilberforce’s life and the abolition of the slave trade in the reformer’s birthplace.
A hands-on transport museum with vintage cars, bicycles, and street scenes. It is especially good for families and social history fans.
Hull’s most atmospheric old town street is lined with historic buildings, small museums, and pubs, making it a classic heritage walk.
This regenerated waterfront district mixes galleries, public art, and marina views. It is one of the city’s most popular modern visitor areas.
Hull’s central square brings together major civic buildings, statues, and the Ferens gallery, making it a natural starting point for sightseeing.
Smoked haddock fillet, usually naturally dyed yellow, long linked to Hull’s fishing heritage and often served grilled, poached, or in creamy fish dishes.
A classic East Yorkshire chip-shop dish of fish trimmings fried in batter. It is a long-standing local favourite and part of Hull’s working-class food culture.
Mashed potato mixed with sage, battered, and deep-fried. Common in Hull chip shops, it is a distinctive local comfort food with strong regional identity.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant known nationally for creative modern British cooking and polished service in an intimate fine-dining setting.
Stylish marina restaurant serving modern British dishes, steaks, and seafood with waterside views and a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular independent seafood spot in the old town, praised for fish and chips, fresh catches, and a casual traditional Hull feel.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels, meals, and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, but costs are similar to other regional UK cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Hull Paragon Interchange -> Hull Paragon Interchange, Kingston upon Hull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Kingston upon Hull trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Hull station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Kingston upon Hull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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