The average train between Glasgow and Syston takes 7h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow to Syston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Glasgow and Syston. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Syston at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Glasgow to Syston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Syston. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Nuneaton station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.
Glasgow to Syston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Syston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Nuneaton station.
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The distance between Glasgow and Syston is 408.1 km. The road distance is 478 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Syston via Crewe, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 6h 31m.