The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€74
Fastest journey on Sep 05
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
3 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 05
43
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 €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 43 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 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 Sat, Sep 05 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.
W84652 · W851666:14 AM4h26Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€391One-way1 transfer
W84701 · W851942:19 PM4h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€441One-way1 transfer
C01373+
G862331:43 PM3h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:20 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€451One-way1 transfer
W85166+
G86250 · G896295:46 AM4h54Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€501One-way2 transfers
N58677 · W85166+
G385075:51 AM4h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€501One-way2 transfers
W851738:13 AM3h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:31 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€581One-way0 transfers
W33542+
G896327:39 AM3h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:00 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
W33379+
G8964711:39 AM3h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:00 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
W33734+
G896358:39 AM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
W33533+
G8964310:39 AM3h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-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 an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €48, while a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €52 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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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 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €52.
A ferry is €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 €62.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 4h 10m.
Bus takes on average 7h 1m.
The journey is about 16m faster (3h 32m by train vs 3h 48m by car) and roughly €38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€62 vs €100). 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.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 · W85205 | 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+ W85205 | On time 4:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 8:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89633+ C01318 | 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+ C01321 | 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 | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
G86248+ W33521 | 5:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h43 | 9:26 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86250+ W33390+ W85166 | 5:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h54 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G86250+ W33542 | 5:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h14 | 11:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86250 · G89629+ W85166 | 5:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h54 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
N58677+ G38507+ W85166 | 5:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h49 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W84652 · W85166 | 6:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h26 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89629+ W85166 | 6:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h01 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86217+ W33390+ W85166 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 10:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89632+ W33542 | 7:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 11:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86225+ W33536 | 7:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h31 | 11:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85173 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:31 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84664 · W85169 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89635+ W33734 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86232+ W33563+ W85169 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h57 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W84671 · W85181 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h20 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89639+ W33515 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h29 | 1:08 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86241+ C01370 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 1:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84676 · W85181 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84676 · W85181 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89643+ W33533 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 2:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86251+ W33753+ W85181 | 10:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G89647+ W33379 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 3:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86218+ C01371 | 11:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 3:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85187 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 3:46 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84687 · W85190 | 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89652+ W33738 | 12:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h25 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86226+ W33799+ W85190 | 12:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h57 | 4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W84693 · W85194 | 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h20 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89657+ W33773 | 1:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G86233+ C01373 | 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 5:20 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W84701 · W85194 | 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
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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 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from €20. 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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