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Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Adlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Adlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 272 km
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£57 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Adlington by coach or train
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Why should you book Glasgow to Adlington trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Adlington.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow to Adlington.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Adlington.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Adlington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Adlington
Trains from Glasgow to Adlington run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Adlington trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Adlington from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Transpennine Express
Caledonian Sleeper
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Glasgow to Adlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Adlington 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 Adlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Adlington
Most Glasgow to Adlington trains use the Glasgow Central to Adlington (Lancs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Adlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Which Adlington station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Adlington (Lancs) from Adlington city centre
Adlington (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Adlington (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Adlington (Lancs).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Adlington (Lancs): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Bolton/Manchester platform: step free access from Railway Road down steep 50 metre ramp with handrail. Preston platform: level access from station front, access also from Railway Road down 21 steps to station front, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Please contact Customer Relations 0800 200 6060, 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.
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