The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
23
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 $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) without transferring at least once.
TP083400 · W851995:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$311One-way1 transfer
TP083600 · W851729:25 AM4h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:36 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$421One-way1 transfer
TP083500 · W851861:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$551One-way1 transfer
TP513800 · W851995:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$631One-way1 transfer
W84723 · C24371+
W333656:20 PM4h52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:12 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$671One-way2 transfers
TP083500 · W851861:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$551One-way1 transfer
TP083400 · W851995:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$311One-way1 transfer
TP513900 · W851861:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$711One-way1 transfer
TP513800 · W851995:25 PM4h08Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:33 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$631One-way1 transfer
TP083600 · W851729:25 AM4h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:36 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$421One-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 $13.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $48 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $122 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 $48 (€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 $61 (€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, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85173 | On time 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:31 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89635+ W85169 | On time 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89639+ W33734 | On time 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h30 | 1:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
C07936 · G30575+ P23878+ W33515 | On time 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 2:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
G89643+ W85181 | On time 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
C07944 · G30581+ P23883+ W33533 | On time 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 3:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W85187 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 3:46 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89652+ W85190 | On time 12:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
C07960 · G30593+ P23892+ W33738 | On time 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
G89657+ W33773 | On time 1:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 6:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
C07968 · G30599+ P23899+ W33773 | On time 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 6:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
W84701 · W85194 | On time 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89662+ W85194 | On time 2:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85198 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 7:49 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84711 · W85204 | On time 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 8:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89630+ W85204 | On time 4:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h59 | 8:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89633+ W33574 | On time 5:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 9:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
G89637+ W33543 | On time 6:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 10:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
A28254+ P24050 · G89059+ W33717 | On time 6:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 transfers | |
G89641+ W33717 | On time 7:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 11:13 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 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€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 $13 (€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 $13 (€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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- 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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