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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Redcar
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$235
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
13
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Redcar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Redcar will cost around $235 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Redcar without transferring at least 2 times.
6:00 PM4h00Glasgow10:00 PMRedcar$1851One-way2 transfers- 6:30 PM4h32Glasgow11:02 PMRedcar$1851One-way2 transfers
- 7:30 PM11h11Glasgow6:41 AMRedcar$1851One-way2 transfers
- 11:30 PM9h10Glasgow8:40 AMRedcar$1851One-way2 transfers
- 9:00 AM4h00Glasgow1:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
- 9:00 AM4h00Glasgow1:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h00Glasgow2:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
- 11:00 AM4h00Glasgow3:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
- 1:00 PM4h00Glasgow5:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
- 3:00 PM4h00Glasgow7:00 PMRedcar$2581One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Redcar
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Redcar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $320.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $337 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Redcar:
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Redcar costing on average $64 (€53).
A bus is $314 (€258) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Redcar costing on average $337 (€277).
Other travel options to Redcar take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 58m.
Bus takes on average 5h 19m.
The journey is about 1m faster (3h 42m by train vs 3h 43m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($64 (€53) vs $68 (€56)). 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Redcar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Redcar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, ScotRail from Glasgow to Redcar trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Redcar from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Redcar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Redcar 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 Redcar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Redcar
Most Glasgow to Redcar trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Redcar Central station pair, with some services arriving at Redcar East. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Redcar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Redcar leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street 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
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Which Redcar station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Redcar Central from Redcar city centre
Redcar Central train station facilities and services
Redcar Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redcar Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Redcar Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redcar Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Redcar Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redcar Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access onto both platforms is possible via level crossing. However, level access transfer between each platform is approximately 1/2 mile and can take 30 minutes as the only other way between both platforms is via steps and a bridge. The car park is adjacent to platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No.
Getting to Redcar East from Redcar city centre
Redcar East train station facilities and services
Redcar East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redcar East.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redcar East: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redcar East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redcar East: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Platform 1 is via pub car park, access to Platform 2 is under bridge and up ramps which are quite steep, 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: No.
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