Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€48

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 58 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

3 h 7 m

Trains on Sep 20

2

Distance

295 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 2 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.

  • Avanti West Coast
    10:27 AM2h58
    Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    1:25 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    11:28 AM3h16
    Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
    2:44 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    711One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, while a flight costs an average of €356.

Distance: 183 miles (295 km)

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Driving

€55

Average price

€57

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€42

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Cheapest

€356

Average price

€98

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 22m

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Fastest

2h 52m

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30m

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5h 5m

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4h 5m

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1h 0m

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9h 17m

Average total duration

8h 47m

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30m

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4h 25m

Average total duration

2h 25m

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3h 30m

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Avanti West Coast

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Steam Packet

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FlixBus

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British Airways

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Your own car or car rental

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is a bus with an average price of €42.

This is compared to other travel options from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC):

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €55.

A bus is €15 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €57.

A bus is €314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €356.

The fastest way to travel from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 52m.

Ferry takes on average 4h 5m.

Bus takes on average 8h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) and Glasgow Central (GLC) including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 38m faster (2h 52m by train vs 3h 30m by car) and roughly €43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€55 vs €98). 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 Avanti West Coast.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33542
On time
8:12 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h48
11:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33536
On time
8:26 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h50
11:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33734
On time
9:15 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h46
12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33563+Transpennine ExpressW85169
On time
9:27 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
3h15
12:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33515
On time
10:15 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h53
1:08 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01370
On time
10:26 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h52
1:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33533
On time
11:15 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h46
2:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33753+Transpennine ExpressW85181
On time
11:27 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
3h12
2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33379
On time
12:15 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h45
3:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01371
On time
12:27 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h51
3:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33738
On time
1:15 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h49
4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33799+Transpennine ExpressW85190
On time
1:27 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
3h15
4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33773
On time
2:15 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h46
5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01373
On time
2:26 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h54
5:20 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33793
On time
3:15 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2h46
6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33797+Transpennine ExpressW85194
On time
3:27 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
3h12
6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer

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Transpennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 15:27. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 2h 46m.

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
Distance
183 miles (295 km)
Average train duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
5:17 AM
Last train
3:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€17
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€42
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €17, while the average price is around €55.
The train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) takes 2h 46m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is 183 miles (295 km).
The first train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 5:17 AM.
The last train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 3:27 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Yes, there is a direct train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
The cheapest way to get from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is by train, with a cost of around €17.
The train journey from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Central offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the rolling landscapes of the Lake District and the picturesque countryside of Southern Scotland.
A day trip from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Central is not feasible due to the journey's duration of 2h 46m. However, there are 8 train services per day covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
Since neither Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) nor Glasgow Central (GLC) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Glasgow Central (GLC) include Edinburgh, Carlisle, Cambuslang, Johnstone, Irvine.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Most Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Warrington
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Warrington Bank QuayWarrington Bank Quay station, Parker Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1LWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Warrington Bank Quay from Warrington city centre

Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus5, 7, 5A, 8, 6, 9A, 9, 96, 8A, 9B, 5B · 4m · every ~18 min
17C, 17 · 16m · every ~5 min

Warrington Bank Quay train station facilities and services

Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Warrington Bank Quay.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.

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