How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Glasgow?

The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Glasgow start from R 700. The average price for this train route is around R 1 205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Glasgow?

The average train journey time from Leeds to Glasgow is 4h 32m, covering a distance of 288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Leeds to Glasgow route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Glasgow?

The earliest train from Leeds to Glasgow departs at 09:45. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Which is the best train operator from Leeds to Glasgow?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Glasgow?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Leeds to Glasgow from R 1 057

Next train departures

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	CheapestFastest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 31m	20:38	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 3m	21:13	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 3m	21:13	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 31m	20:38	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:10	Leeds	4h 5m	20:15	Glasgow Central	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:10	Leeds	4h 5m	20:15	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Glasgow on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	17:10	Leeds	4h 12m	21:22	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:07	Leeds	4h 32m	20:39	Glasgow Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:43 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 422, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage duration

288 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 289 - R 2 014	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 700 - R 4 277	Average duration4h 32m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 422 - R 554	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Glasgow by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Glasgow?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Glasgow start from R 700. The average price for this train route is around R 1 205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Glasgow?
The average train journey time from Leeds to Glasgow is 4h 32m, covering a distance of 288 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Leeds to Glasgow route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Glasgow?
The earliest train from Leeds to Glasgow departs at 09:45. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Leeds to Glasgow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Glasgow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Leeds to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 498

14/12

R 1 402

Today

R 1 140

16/12

R 1 243

17/12

R 1 141

18/12

R 1 140

19/12

R 1 307

20/12

R 1 243

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Glasgow was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 140

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Glasgow as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 140 to R 4 126 for a train ticket from Leeds to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 140, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.