The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 44 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Glasgow Central (GLC) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
W34023+
G862485:433h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:16Glasgow Central (GLC)£361One-way1 change
W34288+
G8624719:453h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£451One-way1 change
G86233+
C0137213:433h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:21Glasgow Central (GLC)£451One-way1 change
W84700 · W8519614:194h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)18:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£471One-way1 change
W8519716:123h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:49Glasgow Central (GLC)£471One-way0 changes
W851748:133h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:31Glasgow Central (GLC)£501One-way0 changes
W34177+
G896358:393h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£861One-way1 change
G89647+
W3403311:393h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£861One-way1 change
G89657+
W3418713:393h22Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:01Glasgow Central (GLC)£861One-way1 change
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G8964310:393h23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£861One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 285 km
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G89637+ W34169 | On time 18:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h30 | 22:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89641+ C01320 | On time 19:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86247+ W34288 | On time 19:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89645+ W34180 | On time 20:37 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 0:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 2 July | |||||
W34023+ G86248 | 5:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 9:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84653 · W85165 | 6:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89629+ W85165 | 6:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h56 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34206+ G86217 | 6:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h57 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86217+ W34213+ W85165 | 6:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h50 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W34206+ C04344 | 6:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h53 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34046+ G86225 | 7:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85174 | 8:13 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:31 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84665 · W85170 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34177+ G89635 | 8:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86232+ W34144+ W85170 | 8:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G89639+ W34254 | 9:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h28 | 13:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
C01369+ G86241 | 9:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h30 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84677 · W85179 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W33912+ G89643 | 10:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h23 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86251+ W33941+ W85179 | 10:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W34033+ G89647 | 11:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 15:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W33935+ G86218 | 11:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85185 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 15:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84689 · W85188 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34016+ G89652 | 12:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h25 | 16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86226+ W34286+ W85188 | 12:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W34187+ G89657 | 13:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h22 | 17:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86233+ C01372 | 13:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84700+ W34007 | 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h44 | 18:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W84700 · W85196 | 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89662+ W34007 | 14:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h24 | 18:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86242+ W34290+ W85196 | 14:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G89664+ W34069 | 15:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 19:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86252+ W34292 | 15:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h40 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85197 | 16:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 19:49 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84712 · W85206 | 16:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h20 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89630+ W34082 | 16:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h23 | 20:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86219+ W34289+ W85206 | 16:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
W84719+ C01319 | 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h47 | 21:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G89633+ C01319 | 17:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h27 | 21:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G86227+ W34287 | 17:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h28 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 4:43 |
Last train 20:37 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Scotrail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Scotrail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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