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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
$122
Average price
$210
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 23 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Glasgow will cost around $210 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
It's difficult to get from Portsmouth to Glasgow without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
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W34291 · C01320+
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G00891
W34287+
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L79958
Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
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L83859Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$217 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Glasgow:
A bus is $17 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portsmouth to Glasgow costing on average $102.
A bus is $132 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Glasgow costing on average $217.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 39m.
Bus takes on average 13h 24m.
You'll arrive about 1h 7m sooner (6h 39m by train vs 7h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $217 compared to roughly $202 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 Portsmouth to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W34177+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L83859 | 4:35 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h26 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
L84469+ G00849+ C01369 | 4:59 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 8h16 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34254+ L83871 · L84514+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | 5:50 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h15 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
L79916+ W33912+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 5:55 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 8h07 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34016+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L79581 | 8:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h27 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34187+ L79599+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h24 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34007+ L79619+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 10:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h24 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34069+ L79638+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 11:37 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h40 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G00879+ W34289+ L79952+ W85206 | 12:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 8h39 | 8:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W34082+ L79658+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 12:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h25 | 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G00887+ W34287+ L79958 | 1:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 8h13 | 9:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
C01319+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L79678 | 1:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h29 | 9:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G00891+ W34291 · C01320+ L79964 | 2:00 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 9h13 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W34169+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L79698 | 2:37 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h32 | 10:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Portsmouth to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 but you can travel from only $25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 7h 11m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Leading European civic art museum with superb collections, grand galleries, and regular exhibitions in the heart of George Square.
Elegant mansion with French paintings, decorative arts, and period rooms, set within Pollok Country Park near Highland cattle.
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.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often enriched with milk or cream. It is a classic west coast Scottish dish with deep local roots.
Elegant fine dining by chef Cail Bruich, known for modern Scottish tasting menus and polished service in a calm, refined setting.
A long-established Glasgow institution serving fresh Scottish seafood and shellfish in a lively, classic city brasserie atmosphere.
Traditional pub dining with a strong whisky focus, offering haggis, fish, and Scottish comfort food in a historic central Glasgow setting.
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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Glasgow trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, 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.
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.
Shettleston is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Shettleston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Shettleston.
Ticket office support is available at Shettleston. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shettleston: Parking, WC.
Available at Shettleston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shettleston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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