The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Glasgow
Cheapest price
$247
Average price
$298
Fastest journey
7 h 16 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Glasgow will cost around $298 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $247.
To travel from Bournemouth to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
L78764+
W34016+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston8:18 AM7h46Bournemouth station (BMH)4:04 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2471One-way2 changes
W34016+
W34472+
G00858+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:40 AM7h24Bournemouth station (BMH)4:04 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way3 changes
W34187+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
G00861+
G150429:45 AM7h16Bournemouth station (BMH)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way3 changes
L80195+
W34187+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston9:22 AM7h39Bournemouth station (BMH)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way2 changes
G00861+
C013729:45 AM7h36Bournemouth station (BMH)5:21 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$3801One-way1 change
W34187+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
G00861+
G150429:45 AM7h16Bournemouth station (BMH)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way3 changes
W34016+
W34472+
G00858+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:40 AM7h24Bournemouth station (BMH)4:04 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way3 changes
G00861+
C013729:45 AM7h36Bournemouth station (BMH)5:21 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$3801One-way1 change
L80195+
W34187+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston9:22 AM7h39Bournemouth station (BMH)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2601One-way2 changes
L78764+
W34016+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston8:18 AM7h46Bournemouth station (BMH)4:04 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$2471One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 10m. 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 coach costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 593 km
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$231 Average Price | $70 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 29m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78764+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W34016 | 8:18 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h46 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00858+ W34286+ W85188 | 8:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h59 | 4:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00858+ W34472+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34016 | 8:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h24 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
L80195+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W34187 | 9:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h39 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00861+ G15042+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34187 | 9:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h16 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
G00861+ C01372 | 9:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 7h36 | 5:21 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Glasgow
Trains from Bournemouth to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 but you can travel from only $40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 593 km distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 593 km |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Glasgow from $40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Glasgow
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- 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
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
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