The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Northwich
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Northwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Northwich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Northwich 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 311 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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 train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Northwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Northwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 311 km
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Live departures
Glasgow to Northwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Northwich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 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 | 5h18 | 10:06 Northwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Northwich
Trains from Glasgow to Northwich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 311 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 19:05 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Glasgow to Northwich trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Glasgow and Northwich from £23. 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 Northwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Northwich 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 Northwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Northwich
- 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: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access to Manchester platform only. Access via stepped footbridge to Chester platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will set down and pick up from the station car park.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Chester Platform: Step free access through gate from public highway down sloping footpath with handrails onto platform. Manchester platform: Level access from station front through gate onto platform. There are also steps up to main road bridge. Access between platforms is via main road bridge. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0870 608 2608
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Chester Rd (Outside the Greenbank Hotel for Chester, opposite the Greenbank Hotel for Altrincham)
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