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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$62
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$89
Fastest journey on Sep 02
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
3 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 02
27
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 27 trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W34195+
G854675:30 PM3h38Glasgow Central (GLC)9:08 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$621One-way1 transfer- W34026+G855008:06 PM3h35Glasgow Central (GLC)11:41 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$621One-way1 transfer
- W34259+G854856:40 PM3h28Glasgow Central (GLC)10:08 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$621One-way1 transfer
W848847:45 AM4h01Glasgow Central (GLC)11:46 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$641One-way0 transfers- W8488812:04 PM3h42Glasgow Central (GLC)3:46 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$681One-way0 transfers
- W33903+G891718:00 AM3h20Glasgow Central (GLC)11:20 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1181One-way1 transfer
- W33999+G891613:57 PM3h21Glasgow Central (GLC)7:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 transfer
- W34160+G8917611:56 AM3h23Glasgow Central (GLC)3:19 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1081One-way1 transfer
- W34259+G854856:40 PM3h28Glasgow Central (GLC)10:08 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$621One-way1 transfer
- W33939+W848814:28 AM3h29Glasgow Central (GLC)7:57 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a ferry costs an average of $53.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $48 (€39).
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $53 (€43).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 17m.
Bus takes on average 6h 12m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $122 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $74 (€60). The journey takes 4h 17m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33973+G85402 | On time 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 2:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34172+G85412 | On time 11:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h32 | 3:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34160+G89176 | On time 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h23 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84887 | On time 12:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h42 | 3:46 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34063+G85422 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 4:09 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34063 · W34124 · W34215 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h24 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33889+G85433 | On time 1:33 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 5:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33889 · C01365 · W34215 | On time 1:33 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h31 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| C01365+G89149 | On time 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h43 | 5:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01365 · W34215 | On time 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34050+G85445 | On time 2:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h34 | 6:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34020+G85453 | On time 3:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 7:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33999+G89161 | On time 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h21 | 7:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33999+G89161 | On time 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h21 | 7:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84890 | 4:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 7:46 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34200+G89167 | On time 4:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h40 | 8:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34195+G85467 | On time 5:30 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 9:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34259+G85485 | On time 6:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h28 | 10:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34026+G85500 | On time 8:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 11:41 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | |||||
| W33939+W84881 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 7:57 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33939+W84881 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h29 | 7:57 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84893 · W84656 | 4:52 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h08 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34029+G85356 | 5:33 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 9:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34271+G89159 | 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h31 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34181+G85363 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34028+G85372 | 7:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h32 | 11:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84884 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h01 | 11:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33903+G89171 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h20 | 11:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34039+G85382 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h30 | 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33970+G85392 | 9:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h35 | 1:11 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01362+G89163 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 3:28 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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