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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Lichfield
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
388 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Lichfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Glasgow to Lichfield you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:484h24
Glasgow10:12Lichfield
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08:004h12
Glasgow12:12Lichfield
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11:564h16
Glasgow16:12Lichfield
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15:574h15
Glasgow20:12Lichfield
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17:304h42
Glasgow22:12Lichfield
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08:004h12
Glasgow12:12Lichfield
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15:574h15
Glasgow20:12Lichfield
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11:564h16
Glasgow16:12Lichfield
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05:484h24
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17:304h42
Glasgow22:12Lichfield
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Lichfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Lichfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 388 km
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5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Lichfield trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:34
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:46 Glasgow | 4h18 | 13:04 Lichfield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 05:48 Glasgow | 4h24 | 10:12 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
| 08:00 Glasgow | 4h12 | 12:12 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Lichfield
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Trains from Glasgow to Lichfield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 388 km distance in 4h 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £33
Distance 388 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 19:20 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £33
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Lichfield trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Lichfield from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest Price
£62
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Glasgow to Lichfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A two-day visit to Lichfield is ideal to explore its main attractions, including Lichfield Cathedral, Beacon Park, and Samuel Johnson's Birthplace Museum, allowing for a relaxed pace.
A day trip from Glasgow to Lichfield is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 24m, which exceeds the 120 minutes limit. The distance is 388 km and there are 4 train journeys per day.
The train journey from Glasgow to Lichfield offers a mix of urban and scenic views, including stretches through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of the Midlands, providing a pleasant visual experience.
To get from Glasgow to Lichfield, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train distance from Glasgow to Lichfield is 388 km.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Lichfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Lichfield covers a distance of 388 km and takes approximately 4h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Lichfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £62.
The first train from Glasgow to Lichfield leaves at 4:28.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Lichfield is by coach, costing approximately £33.
The last train from Glasgow to Lichfield departs at 19:20.
Trains from Glasgow to Lichfield run approximately 4 times per day.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Lichfield is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Lichfield City (LIC).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Lichfield.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Lichfield.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Lichfield.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Lichfield.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Lichfield
Glasgow
Lichfield
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to Lichfield.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- 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
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Lichfield is Lichfield City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lichfield City for your journey to Lichfield from Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Lichfield City
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. An entrance key can be requested from staff. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Lichfield Trent Valley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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