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Compare bus and train for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$49 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE):
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Metro Centre (MCE) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
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Why should you book Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE).
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE)
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 06:29. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 6:14 AM |
Last train 6:29 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Metro Centre (MCE) from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) 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 Metro Centre (MCE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE)
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to Metro Centre (MCE) trains use the Glasgow Central to Metro Centre station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and Metro Centre (MCE) 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 Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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.
Getting to Metro Centre from Gateshead city centre
Metro Centre is 4 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Metro Centre train station facilities and services
Metro Centre has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Metro Centre.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metro Centre: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Metro Centre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Metro Centre: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heworth from Gateshead city centre
Heworth is 3 km from Gateshead city centre. Public transport options include:
Heworth train station facilities and services
Heworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heworth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heworth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heworth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
