The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £45
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £50
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 29 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 50 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 4 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.

11:16 3h52 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 15:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £45 1 One-way 0 changes
7:18 4h11 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £48 1 One-way 0 changes
18:20 3h48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 22:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £52 1 One-way 0 changes
4:28 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 7:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £57 1 One-way 0 changes

4:28 3h29 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 7:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £57 1 One-way 0 changes
18:20 3h48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 22:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £52 1 One-way 0 changes
11:16 3h52 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 15:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £45 1 One-way 0 changes
7:18 4h11 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) £48 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:44, the last at 10:44. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 10:44 |
Last train 10:44 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h56 | 16:26 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h50 | 17:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h40 | 0:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 4:28 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 7:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.


