The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 38 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
G86247+
W342887:45 PM3h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:18 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$491One-way1 transfer
G89645+
W341808:37 PM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:09 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$491One-way1 transfer
W84700 · W851962:19 PM4h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$541One-way1 transfer
W84677 · W8517910:19 AM4h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$581One-way1 transfer
W84653 · W851656:14 AM4h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:35 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$671One-way1 transfer
W851748:13 AM3h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:31 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)$711One-way0 transfers
W34177+
G896358:39 AM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1071One-way1 transfer
W34033+
G8964711:39 AM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1161One-way1 transfer
W34187+
G896571:39 PM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$1161One-way1 transfer
W34007+
G896622:39 PM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $47 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A ferry is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $47 (€39).
A ferry is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $60 (€50).
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Bus takes on average 5h 58m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89657+ W34187 | On time 1:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86233+ C01372 | On time 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 5:21 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84700 · W85196 | On time 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89662+ W34007 | On time 2:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89662+ W34007 | On time 2:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86242+ W34290+ W85196 | On time 2:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89664+ W34069 | On time 3:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86252+ W34292 | On time 3:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h40 | 7:25 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85197 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 7:49 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84712 · W85206 | On time 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 8:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89630+ W34082 | 4:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h23 | 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86219+ W34289+ W85206 | On time 4:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 8:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89633+ C01319 | On time 5:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h27 | 9:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86227+ W34287 | On time 5:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h28 | 9:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89637+ W34169 | On time 6:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h30 | 10:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89641+ C01320 | On time 7:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86247+ W34288 | On time 7:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 11:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89645+ W34180 | On time 8:37 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 12:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
G86248+ W34023 | 5:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 9:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84653 · W85165 | 6:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 10:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89629+ W85165 | 6:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h56 | 10:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86217+ W34206 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h57 | 10:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W34213+ W85165+ G86217 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h50 | 10:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G86225+ W34046 | 7:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 11:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85174 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:31 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84665 · W85170 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W34177+ G89635 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W34144+ W85170+ G86232 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34254+ G89639 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86241+ C01369 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84677 · W85179 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89643+ W33912 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h23 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86251+ W33941+ W85179 | 10:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34033+ G89647 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33935+ G86218 | 11:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 3:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85185 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 3:48 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84689 · W85188 | 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 4:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89652+ W34016 | 12:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h25 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W34286+ W85188+ G86226 | 12:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 4:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Scotrail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Scotrail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from $12 (€10). 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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