Preston to Glasgow train with Avanti West Coast

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Cheap train tickets from Preston to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Feb 09

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
09:54AM2h31
Preston
12:25PMGlasgow
$431One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
10:42AM2h28
Preston
01:10PMGlasgow
$491One-way
0 transfers
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
10:00AM2h36
Preston
12:36PMGlasgow
$531One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
12:54PM2h27
Preston
03:21PMGlasgow
$681One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
08:41PM2h24
Preston
11:05PMGlasgow
$681One-way
0 transfers

Preston to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, February 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast12:54PM Preston2h27 03:21PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast09:54AM Preston2h31 12:25PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast08:41PM Preston2h24 11:05PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express10:00AM Preston2h36 12:36PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast10:42AM Preston2h28 01:10PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Preston to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Feb 09

Fastest Journey

2 h 23 m

Average

2 h 28 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

253 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Preston for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
04:42PM2h23
Preston
07:05PMGlasgow
$681One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
08:41PM2h24
Preston
11:05PMGlasgow
$681One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
12:54PM2h27
Preston
03:21PMGlasgow
$681One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
10:42AM2h28
Preston
01:10PMGlasgow
$491One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
09:54AM2h31
Preston
12:25PMGlasgow
$431One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Glasgow

Trains from Preston to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€10) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $11 (€10)
Distance
157 miles (253 km)
Average train duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$16 (€15)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Train providers
5
Fastest train
2h 20m
First train
04:22
Last train
21:44
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $11 (€10)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and ScotRail from Preston to Glasgow trains

For as little as $11 (€10) you can travel by train between Preston and Glasgow with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and ScotRail. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Preston to Glasgow with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 19 min
  • Cheapest Price: $11
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Preston to Glasgow

FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Glasgow.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Preston to Glasgow can start from as little as $16 (€15) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to Glasgow is $33 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Preston to Glasgow train time is 2 h 20 min   covering the 157 mile (253 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Preston to Glasgow leaves at 4: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Preston to Glasgow leaves at 10: 30 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Preston to Glasgow with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Preston to Glasgow train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Glasgow from Preston to compare what amenities they may offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Preston to Glasgow with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Central, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Glasgow from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Glasgow by train is May.
You have options as you can travel between Preston and Glasgow 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Preston to Glasgow

Preston
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Glasgow.
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Distance to city center
1 km
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your journey to Glasgow from Preston.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Public transit options for Glasgow Central
  • 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.

Most popular routes to and from Preston and Glasgow

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