The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
zł133
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł441
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 20
24
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) 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 Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around zł441 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł133.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 24 trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 19 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 278 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
W332049:26 PM2h41Wigan North Western (WGN)12:07 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł1331One-way0 transfers
S266966:38 PM2h40Wigan North Western (WGN)9:18 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł1991One-way0 transfers
W332908:26 PM2h42Wigan North Western (WGN)11:08 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł2191One-way0 transfers
W3334911:27 AM2h43Wigan North Western (WGN)2:10 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł2431One-way0 transfers
W3335710:38 AM2h47Wigan North Western (WGN)1:25 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł2431One-way0 transfers
W333657:26 PM2h39Wigan North Western (WGN)10:05 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł3001One-way0 transfers
W331306:26 PM2h39Wigan North Western (WGN)9:05 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł4281One-way0 transfers
W333153:27 PM2h39Wigan North Western (WGN)6:06 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł2431One-way0 transfers
W3314412:27 PM2h40Wigan North Western (WGN)3:07 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł2431One-way0 transfers
W3321712:39 PM2h40Wigan North Western (WGN)3:19 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)zł4281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, ferry, and bus for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł186 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł186, while a flight costs an average of zł1938.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
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zł268 Average price | zł186 Average price Cheapest | zł238 Average price | zł1938 Average price | zł441 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A bus is zł52 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average zł238.
A bus is zł82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average zł268.
A bus is zł1752 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average zł1938.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 44m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 45m.
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
The journey is about 35m faster (2h 44m by train vs 3h 19m by car) and roughly zł173 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł268 vs zł441). 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, 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
Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33533 | Delayed 10:42 AM 11:26 AMWigan North Western (WGN) | 2h35 | 1:04 PM 1:04 PMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33753+ W85181 | Delayed 10:47 AM 11:38 AMWigan North Western (WGN) | 3h01 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33379 | Delayed 11:45 AM 12:26 PMWigan North Western (WGN) | 2h34 | 2:07 PM 2:07 PMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01371 | Delayed 11:52 AM 12:38 PMWigan North Western (WGN) | 2h40 | 3:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85187 | On time 12:45 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h01 | 3:46 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33738 | On time 1:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h38 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33799+ W85190 | On time 1:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h04 | 4:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33773 | On time 2:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h35 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01373 | On time 2:37 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h43 | 5:20 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33793 | On time 3:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h35 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33797+ W85194 | On time 3:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h01 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33395 | On time 4:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h43 | 7:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33795 | On time 4:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h39 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85198 | On time 4:44 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h05 | 7:49 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33574 | On time 5:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h37 | 8:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33798+ W85204 | On time 5:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h00 | 8:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33543 | On time 6:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h39 | 9:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33796 | On time 6:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h44 | 9:22 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33717 | On time 7:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h45 | 10:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33709 | On time 8:26 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h47 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85171+ G89636 | 9:13 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h41 | 12:54 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W33357 | 10:38 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h47 | 1:25 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85172 | 10:44 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h52 | 1:36 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33349 | 11:27 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h43 | 2:10 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł76 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:57, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price zł76 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 6:57 AM |
Last train 8:26 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from zł76. 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 Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan North Western (WGN) 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 Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Wigan North Western (WGN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Wigan North Western to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan North Western (WGN) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western train station facilities and services
Wigan North Western has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan North Western. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan North Western: 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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.





