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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$145
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$183
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 19
9
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Glasgow will cost around $183 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
It's difficult to get from Loughborough to Glasgow without transferring at least 3 times.
C32580+
W33717+
XC023400+
EM715700
EM715700+
C32580+
W33543+
XC023400
W33795+
W70971 · C21314
C21570 · C04470+
G89058+
W33717
W33793+
C21565 · C04459+
G89067
W33793+
C21565 · C04459+
G89067
W33395+
C04462+
G00705+
G89053
G89059+
W33709+
C21572 · C04473
C21570 · C04470+
G89058+
W33717
W33574+
W70876+
G89055+
C04464Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a train costs an average of $166.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to Glasgow:
A bus is $61 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Loughborough to Glasgow costing on average $135.
A bus is $92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to Glasgow costing on average $166.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 10h 53m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (5h 7m by train vs 5h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $166 compared to roughly $147 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.
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Glasgow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EM715700+ C32580+ W33543+ XC023400 | 12:14 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 8h51 | 9:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
EM715700+ C32580+ W33717+ XC023400 | 12:14 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 9h57 | 10:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
C21565 · C04459+ W33793+ G89067 | 12:22 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h39 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W33395+ C21555 · C04462+ G89053 | 1:12 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h57 | 7:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W33795+ C21314 · W70971 | 1:18 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h59 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W33395+ C04462+ G00705+ W70971 | 1:18 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h51 | 7:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
W33574+ C04464+ G89055+ W70876 | 2:08 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h55 | 8:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
C21570 · C04470+ G89058+ W33717 | 4:19 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h52 | 10:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W33709+ C21572 · C04473+ G89059 | 5:22 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 5h51 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Loughborough to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 but you can travel from only $43 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 1:52 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to Glasgow trains use the Loughborough to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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.
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