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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Heysham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Heysham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Heysham:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Heysham costing on average $59 (€49).
Other travel options to Heysham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
The journey is about 21m faster (2h 32m by train vs 2h 53m by car) and roughly $1 (€0.88) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 (€49) vs $60 (€50)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Heysham
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Trains from Glasgow to Heysham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:09, the last at 13:21. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 9:09 AM |
Last train 1:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Heysham trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Heysham from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Heysham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Heysham 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 Heysham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Heysham
Most Glasgow to Heysham trains use the Glasgow Central to Heysham Port station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Heysham 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.
Which Heysham station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Heysham Port from Heysham city centre
Heysham Port is 1 km from Heysham city centre. Public transport options include:
Heysham Port train station facilities and services
Heysham Port 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 Heysham Port.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heysham Port: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heysham Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heysham Port: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access to platform from car park up 6 steps with handrail and through terminal building or up a 15 metre ramp, 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.
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