- Must visit
National Justice Museum
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Nottingham will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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C21299Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 236 miles (381 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€113 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg 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 Nottingham:
A bus is €82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Nottingham costing on average €113.
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
The journey is about 9m faster (5h 0m by train vs 5h 9m by car) and roughly €5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€113 vs €118). 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 Nottingham trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W34160+ C21296 | On time 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h21 | 5:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34160+ G00905+ C18015 | On time 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h05 | 5:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
W33903+ W84901+ C04357 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W33903+ C21300 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h17 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33903+ C17874+ G00688 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h02 | 1:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W34039 · W33933+ C21299 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h39 | 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
L87838+ G80049 · C01975+ C59733 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h26 | 2:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (381 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 236 miles (381 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for changing exhibitions, talks, and a strong role in Nottingham's modern visual culture.
University museum with world-class archaeology, natural history, and art collections. A scholarly but accessible stop with strong family appeal.
Grand central square framed by civic buildings, fountains, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Nottingham's shopping streets and history.
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, showrooms, and hidden courtyards. A must for architecture, independent venues, and understanding the lace trade.
Large historic deer park around Wollaton Hall with lakes, woodland walks, and broad lawns. Ideal for nature, photography, and skyline views.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar, and sauce. It is a classic Midlands takeaway snack strongly associated with local eating habits.
A large pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray in the East Midlands, prized for its hand-raised crust and seasoned uncured pork filling.
Blue Stilton from nearby Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is a famous crumbly blue cheese with a rich, salty taste and protected heritage status.
Refined modern tasting menus in elegant surroundings. One of Nottingham’s best-known fine dining destinations for seasonal British cooking.
Popular specialist venue for authentic Indian street food and dosas. Casual, lively, and widely praised by locals and visitors.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in the Lace Market, known for polished cooking, cocktails, and a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Moderate for a UK city: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals are fairly priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Nottingham trains use the Glasgow Central to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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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