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Guildford to Glasgow by train
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First train00:05
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Last train23:40
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Avg changes1
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Fastest journey5hr 55m
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Distance568 kilometres
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Trains per day48
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Avg. journey time7hr 39m
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Train operators
Taking the train from Guildford to Glasgow
So you’re considering going from Guildford to Glasgow by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.
Train cost for travel between Guildford and Glasgow
The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.
For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$146.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.
Cheap train tickets with slower trains
Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:
Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides
Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience
Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey
Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts
Are an even greener travel option than high speed
Are the cheapest train tickets you can find
Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.
Train schedule for travel between Guildford and Glasgow
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 48 trains make this journey of 568 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Guildford is at 00:05 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:39.
During the weekend, 04:25 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:40 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 11 minutes.
Average train travel time and distance from Guildford to Glasgow
On this route, the fastest trip lasts 5 hours and 55 minutes, spanning 568 kilometres in total.
Booking time frame: Guildford to Glasgow trains
Tickets for travel to Glasgow along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Learn even more about travelling from Guildford to Glasgow by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Glasgow.
FAQs about the train journey from Guildford to Glasgow
Want to know more about your journey from Guildford to Glasgow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What’s the distance between Guildford and Glasgow by train?
The train journey from Guildford to Glasgow covers 568 kilometres in total.
What is the Guildford to Glasgow train price?
The lowest price available on this route is US$146.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .
When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Guildford to Glasgow?
You can book your tickets 4 months in advance for this route.
What’s the travel time from Guildford to Glasgow by train?
The shortest trip is 5 hours and 55 minutes.
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