Porthmadog to Glasgow by Train
Traveling by train to Glasgow from Porthmadog is usually a pleasant, relaxing and scenic journey.
As with all rail travel in the United Kingdom unless you book your ticket far in advance the price of your train ticket to Glasgow from Porthmadog could be rather costly, especially if you travel during peak times.
However, by using this journey planner to check train times and compare Porthmadog to Glasgow train ticket prices, even just before you travel, you could still find availability of the cheapest advance fare train tickets, more so if you are able to change your departure time to be a few minutes earlier or later.
Porthmadog to Glasgow Train Timetables
Both personalised and comprehensive train timetables for trains operating between Porthmadog and Glasgow may be viewed and downloaded here.
Glasgow Train Stations
Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, has several key train stations that serve as vital transport hubs for both local commuters and long-distance travelers.
The two most important are Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street, each playing a distinct role in the city’s rail network:
- Glasgow Central is the busiest station, handling over 38 million passengers annually. It primarily serves destinations in southern Scotland, England, and Wales, including routes to London, Manchester, and Edinburgh via the West Coast Main Line. The station, with its grand Victorian architecture, also connects to local services in Greater Glasgow and the Clyde Valley. Its underground section links to the Glasgow Subway, enhancing its accessibility.
- Glasgow Queen Street, the second major station, focuses on northern and eastern routes, including trains to Edinburgh (via the electrified line), Aberdeen, Inverness, and the Highlands. Recently renovated, the station now features a modern concourse and improved facilities. It is a crucial gateway for travelers heading to Scotland’s scenic north.
IMPORTANT: If you use this journey planner to book your Porthmadog to Glasgow train journey your ticket will include travel on any other trains, including the London Underground, that you may need take to reach your final destination. You will not need to purchase any additional tickets.
Porthmadog Station Information
As your train journey to Glasgow begins in Porthmadog you may find the following additional information useful:
Train Operators Serving Porthmadog
Facilities at Porthmadog Railway Station:
Car Parking at Porthmadog Train Station
Porthmadog Station Address
- High St, Porthmadog LL49 9HT
