Glasgow to Preston train
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Fastest train times from Glasgow to Preston
Fastest Journey
2 h 20 m
Average
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
253 km
Of the 10 trains that leave Glasgow for Preston every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Preston
 | Distance | 157 miles (253 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 16 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $48 (€44) |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express Service |
Trains from Glasgow to Preston cover the 157 miles (253 km) long route taking on average 2 h 16 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express Service. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $48 (€44), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $15 (€14). Travelers depart most frequently from Glasgow Central and arrive in Preston.
Train providers: First TransPennine Express 3 from Glasgow to Preston trains
Travel between Glasgow and Preston from $15 (€14) with Omio’s train partners First TransPennine Express 3! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
One of the best ways to travel from Glasgow to Preston is by taking a train with First TransPennine Express 3. Omio helps you find the ideal First TransPennine Express 3 train to Preston from Glasgow by showing you First TransPennine Express 3 current train schedules and timetables, the train tickets on offer (including amenities offered onboard and travel information like baggage allowance) and the best prices for this Glasgow to Preston trip. You can expect to travel 157 miles (253 km) from Glasgow to Preston on a train with First TransPennine Express 3. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains between Glasgow and Preston, you can check straight away if the First TransPennine Express 3 ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when traveling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Once you’ve found that perfect train, book your First TransPennine Express 3 train ticket on Omio quickly and easily, then enjoy your upcoming trip between Glasgow and Preston!
Train information from Glasgow to Preston with First TransPennine Express 3:
- Average Duration: 2 h 39 min
- First TransPennine Express 3 frequency: 9 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Glasgow to Preston
Omio customers book a train from Glasgow Central to Preston most frequently for this route.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Glasgow Central, located approximately 1.1 miles (1.7 km) from the city center of Glasgow. The most popular arrival train station in Preston, called Preston, is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from its city center.
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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.
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Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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