The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Clitheroe
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Clitheroe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Clitheroe will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Clitheroe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Clitheroe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Clitheroe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 252 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Clitheroe train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Clitheroe trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:48 Glasgow | 4h13 | 09:01 Clitheroe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Clitheroe
Trains from Glasgow to Clitheroe run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Clitheroe trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Clitheroe from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Clitheroe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Clitheroe
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Manchester platform: Level access via gate from station front. Hellifield platform: step free access via gentle slope from Kirkmoor Road and Gas House Lane.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stands 9 & 10 in the Bus Interchange
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