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W34023
5:593h17
Crewe station (CRE)
9:16Glasgow Central (GLC)
£181One-way
0 changes
W34206
7:273h15
Crewe station (CRE)
10:42Glasgow Central (GLC)
£221One-way
0 changes
W34046
8:083h10
Crewe station (CRE)
11:18Glasgow Central (GLC)
£301One-way
0 changes
C01372
14:103h11
Crewe station (CRE)
17:21Glasgow Central (GLC)
£581One-way
0 changes
W33935
12:093h08
Crewe station (CRE)
15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)
£611One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Crewe to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £40.

Distance: 329 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£67 Average Price	£39 Average Price Cheapest	£107 Average Price
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Crewe to Glasgow train times

The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W34023	5:59 Crewe station (CRE)	3h17	9:16 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
W34213+W85165	7:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h26	10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
W34206	On time 7:27 Crewe station (CRE)	3h15	10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
W34046	8:08 Crewe station (CRE)	3h10	11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
W34144+W85170	9:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h31	12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
C01369	10:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h06	13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
W33941+W85179	11:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h30	14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
W33935	12:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h08	15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
C00581+L88593	12:20 Crewe station (CRE)	3h56	16:16 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
W34286+W85188	13:09 Crewe station (CRE)	3h30	16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
C01372	14:10 Crewe station (CRE)	3h11	17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC)	0 changesdirect
Y14753+W85196	15:19 Crewe station (CRE)	3h20	18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
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Avanti West Coast as well as Transpennine Express or Caledonian Sleeper offer trains services from Crewe to Glasgow.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Crewe to Glasgow

United Kingdom

Trains from Crewe to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 3h 4m.

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

329 km

Average train duration

3h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

£15

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 4m

First train

0:44

Last train

20:58

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper from Crewe to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Crewe and Glasgow from £15. 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 Duration

3h 4m

Cheapest Price

£15

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

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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 Duration

3h 30m

Cheapest Price

£79

Transpennine Express frequency

3 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

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Caledonian Sleeper

About

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

7h 28m

Cheapest Price

£155

Caledonian Sleeper frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure

Refund

Full refund provided if service is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance

Pets

Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4.50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

Trains from Crewe to Glasgow

There are frequent rail journeys from Crewe to Glasgow every day. Up to eleven trains depart on weekdays and up to five at weekends. Services begin very early on weekday mornings and somewhat later at weekends. There are overnight journeys on some weekdays. Journey times vary from three hours for direct trains to three and a half hours for services requiring one change. The overnight service takes more than seven and a half hours.

Which train companies travel from Crewe to Glasgow?

The fastest, direct services are run by Virgin Trains. TransPennine Express runs trains that require one change, at Preston, taking about half an hour longer. TransPennine Express also runs the overnight service on some weekdays, leaving after midnight and arriving in the early morning. This service requires a change in Manchester.

How long is the train from Crewe to Glasgow?

The fastest journeys between Crewe and Glasgow are Virgin's non-stop services that take just over three hours. TransPennine Express's services, requiring a change at Preston, take about three and a half hours. The overnight service, running on some weekdays, takes much longer, at more than seven and a half hours, with one change at Manchester Piccadilly.

How many trains are there from Crewe to Glasgow?

Up to eight trains run every weekday from Crewe to Glasgow, with up to five departures at weekends. The first weekday services are very early in the morning and then hourly until late morning. On some days there is an overnight service leaving after midnight. On weekends the first departures are slightly later in the morning, with hourly departures until about midday.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Crewe to Glasgow?

Departure train station: Crewe station is the departure point for all services from Crewe to Glasgow. This historic station is located adjacent to the city centre, with bus services available. There are cafes, shops, cash machines, toilets and waiting rooms at the station.

Arrival train station: Glasgow station in the city centre is the arrival point for these journeys. There are shops, cafes, public wi-fi, toilets and waiting rooms at the station. Buses run from the station.

FAQs: Crewe to Glasgow train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Crewe to Glasgow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £67.

The train journey from Crewe to Glasgow covers a distance of 329 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Crewe to Glasgow is 329 km.

The first train from Crewe to Glasgow leaves at 0:44.

The last train from Crewe to Glasgow departs at 20:58.

Trains from Crewe to Glasgow run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crewe to Glasgow.

Yes, there is a direct train between Crewe and Glasgow. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.

To get from Crewe to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

Yes, there is a night train from Crewe to Glasgow.

The train station in Crewe that goes to Glasgow is Crewe station (CRE), and it arrives at Glasgow Central (GLC).

The cheapest way to get from Crewe to Glasgow is by train, costing approximately £15.

Booking trains from Crewe to Glasgow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Crewe to Glasgow is considered scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, hills, and occasionally the coast as the route travels through picturesque parts of Northern England and Southern Scotland.

A day trip from Crewe to Glasgow is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 4m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 329 km.

In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.

For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.

Yes, you can take the train from Crewe to Glasgow.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Glasgow

Most Crewe to Glasgow trains use the Crewe to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Crewe and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Crewe

Arrival train stations in Glasgow

Which Crewe station do trains to Glasgow leave from?

Trains from Crewe to Glasgow leave from Crewe. The station is 1 km from Crewe city centre at Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR.

CreweCrewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre

Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus103 · 4m · every ~5 min

103 · 5m · every ~5 min

Crewe train station facilities and services

Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Crewe.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Crewe.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Crewe. 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 Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: 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.

More about Crewe

Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre

Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min

SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min

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.