- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
kr819
Average price
kr1425
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Glasgow will cost around kr1425 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr819.
It's difficult to get from Ipswich to Glasgow without transferring at least 2 times.
G80199+
L87919+
P76006
G80234+
P01502+
L87748
G80224+
P01500+
L87983
G80211+
P76008+
L87951
G80228+
P01226+
L88001+
C21810
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+
W34187+
P01252
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+
W34007+
P01261
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+
W34033+
P02354
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+
W34016+
P01244
G80199+
L87919+
P76006Trains from Ipswich to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr491 but you can travel from only kr149 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 342 miles (551 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price kr491 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P67188+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Euston+ W34177 | 5:15 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h46 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P76006+ G80199+ L87919 | 6:01 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h34 | 12:35 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
C03888+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Euston+ W34254 | 6:12 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h53 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P01340+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W33912 | 7:25 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h37 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P76008+ G80211+ L87951 | 7:58 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h36 | 2:34 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
P01211+ C21811+ G80216+ L87967 | 8:07 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 7h31 | 3:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
P02354+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34033 | 8:39 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h22 | 3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P01244+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34016 | 9:41 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h23 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P01500+ G80224+ L87983 | 10:00 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h37 | 4:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
P01226+ C21810+ G80228+ L88001 | 10:07 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 7h29 | 5:36 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
P01252+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ W34187 | 10:41 AM Ipswich station (IPS) | 6h20 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
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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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Lively green space beside the university, popular for museums, picnics, and riverside walks through one of Glasgow's prettiest parks.
Historic civic square framed by monuments and grand buildings, ideal for orientation, events, and classic views of central Glasgow.
Bustling shopping street mixing Victorian facades with modern retail, useful for people-watching and understanding the city's commercial core.
A savory pudding of oats, onions, suet, and spices, traditionally served with mince or fried breakfast. It is one of Scotland’s most iconic regional specialties.
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A staple in Glasgow homes and pubs, especially comforting in cold weather.
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Elegant fine dining by chef Cail Bruich, known for modern Scottish tasting menus and polished service in a calm, refined setting.
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Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while transit and attractions are fairly priced for most tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Glasgow trains use the Ipswich to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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.
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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.
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.
Langside is 5 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Langside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Langside.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 Langside: Parking.
Available at Langside: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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