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Compare coach and train for Farnworth to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Farnworth to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £39.
Distance: 284 km
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3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Farnworth to Glasgow.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farnworth to Glasgow
Trains from Farnworth to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 16:25 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Farnworth to Glasgow trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Farnworth and Glasgow from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Farnworth to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Farnworth 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Farnworth and Glasgow
Most Farnworth to Glasgow trains use the Farnworth to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Farnworth and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Farnworth station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Farnworth from Farnworth city centre
Farnworth train station facilities and services
Farnworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farnworth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnworth: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms fully accessible, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moses Gate from Farnworth city centre
Moses Gate train station facilities and services
Moses Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moses Gate: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moses Gate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - access onto both platforms is via a ramp, access between platforms is via Bolton Road, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
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