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Compare train for Glasgow to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $207 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $207, while a train costs an average of $207.
Distance: 421 miles (679 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$207 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 3h 9m sooner (6h 3m by train vs 9h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $207 compared to roughly $165 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.
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How to get from Glasgow to Calais by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Calais is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

7:38 AM 6h52 Glasgow 2:30 PM Calais $96 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:38 AM 6h52 Glasgow 2:30 PM Calais $96 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:38 AM 6h52 Glasgow 2:30 PM Calais $96 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:45 AM 7h25 Glasgow 6:10 PM Calais $229 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 13 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Calais as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Central (GLC) and arrive in Martin Mill station (MTM).
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo to go to Calais by train.
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