- Must visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, arms and armor, and Scottish collections in a grand red-sandstone building.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
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C21332Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Glasgow 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 5m. 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 $57.
Distance: 236 miles (381 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Nottingham to Glasgow:
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Glasgow costing on average $132 (€108).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 26m.
The journey is about 1m faster (5h 5m by train vs 5h 6m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($132 (€108) vs $144 (€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 Nottingham to Glasgow trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EM792700 · C04398+ W85180 | On time 8:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h27 | 2:44 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
EM792700 · C04398+ C31955+ G80212 | On time 8:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h30 | 2:47 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4 transfers | |
C21579+ W04523+ G80212+ L87956 | On time 9:19 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h28 | 2:47 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
G01090+ W33353 · W33144 | On time 9:56 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h11 | 3:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89742+ G01063+ L87980 | On time 10:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h03 | 4:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
C04441+ W85189 | On time 10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h58 | 4:43 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
J90645+ C02050 · G80223+ L87988 | On time 10:49 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h00 | 4:49 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
G89748+ G01066+ L87997 | On time 11:19 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h58 | 5:17 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
C21805+ G08099+ G01066+ L87997 | On time 11:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h40 | 5:17 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
C04442+ G89048+ W33297 | On time 11:43 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h24 | 5:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
C04442+ W33378 | On time 11:43 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h35 | 5:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
C21365+ G80229+ L88007 | On time 11:54 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h54 | 5:48 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G01096+ C17843+ W33378 | On time 12:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h02 | 5:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89754+ W29776+ L87746 | On time 12:19 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h01 | 6:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
C04352+ G08107+ W29776+ L87746 | On time 12:37 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h43 | 6:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
C04443+ G89068+ W33315 | On time 12:41 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h25 | 6:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
C04443+ W33375+ W85195 | On time 12:41 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h00 | 6:41 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Nottingham to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (381 km) distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 236 miles (381 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, arms and armor, and Scottish collections in a grand red-sandstone building.
Award-winning transport museum on the River Clyde, featuring vintage cars, locomotives, trams, and recreated historic streets.
Remarkable museum in Pollok Country Park with art, medieval objects, tapestries, and international collections donated by Sir William Burrell.
Charming cobbled lane in the West End, popular for its atmosphere, lights, and photogenic setting near the university.
Glasgow’s best-known pedestrian shopping street, lively and central, with grand architecture and frequent street performers.
Stylish central district with historic warehouses, public art, and a strong mix of heritage streets and contemporary city energy.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a richly spiced savoury pudding traditionally served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is a classic pub and Burns Night staple in Glasgow.
A hearty Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, often enriched with milk or cream. It is especially popular across Scotland and widely found in Glasgow.
A small double-crust meat pie, usually filled with minced mutton or beef and pepper. It is a traditional bakery and football-day favourite in Glasgow and across Scotland.
A well-regarded contemporary Scottish restaurant in Finnieston, known for seasonal menus, polished service and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
A famous traditional pub with an outstanding whisky selection and classic Scottish bar food. It is one of the city’s best-known spots for a casual local experience.
An iconic West End restaurant long known for refined Scottish cooking, quality local produce and a distinctive atmospheric setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, casual dining and transit are fair value, while hotels and central restaurants cost more on weekends and during events.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes, pubs and for hotel staff.
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