How to get from York to Glasgow
- 293 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
4h 04m
1 transfer
Train
€44
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from York to Glasgow. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 04m by train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 293 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
293 km
York to Glasgow: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1York → EdinburghtrainLNER·2h 27m
- 2Edinburgh → GlasgowtrainScotRail·1h 08m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with LNER, ScotRail; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from York to Glasgow works
Start with a LNER train from York to Edinburgh, about 2h 27m. Transfer in Edinburgh and continue by ScotRail train on to Glasgow (1h 8m). In total it's roughly €44 over 4h 4m, 1 transfer.
York to Glasgow: common questions
How long does it take to get from York to Glasgow?
The most useful route takes about 4h 04m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from York to Glasgow?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Glasgow from York?
About 293 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does York to Glasgow cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €44. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run York to Glasgow?
On this route you travel with LNER, ScotRail.
Can you get from York to Glasgow without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 27m.
What is the cheapest way to get from York to Glasgow?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: LNER, ScotRail
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026