The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
To travel from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) you need to make at least 2 changes.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 264 km
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£36 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4h40 | 12:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4h37 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4h40 | 16:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4h37 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4h36 | 20:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 14:02. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 14:02 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
- 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.
