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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€54
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€65
Fastest journey on Sep 05
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 05
3
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 3 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 17 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.
1:19 PM4h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€541One-way0 transfers
7:39 AM7h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:56 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€551One-way0 transfers- 3:39 PM3h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:29 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€861One-way0 transfers
- 3:39 PM3h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:29 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€861One-way0 transfers
- 1:19 PM4h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€541One-way0 transfers
- 7:39 AM7h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:56 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)€551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a train costs an average of €116.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A ferry is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average €49.
A ferry is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average €116.
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-16.22. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 3h 49m 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.
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 Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h02 | 6:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| 7:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h17 | 2:56 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h02 | 5:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 11:12. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 11:12 AM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from €24. 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 Queen Street (GLQ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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