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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£15
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
2 h 20 m
Trains on 16 Oct
21
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Glasgow will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 21 trains from Preston to Glasgow, including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
W34206
W34046
W34177
C01369
W85174
W34177
W34187
W34007
W34033
W33912Trains from Preston to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85165 | 8:01 Preston station (PRE) | 2h34 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34206 | 8:14 Preston station (PRE) | 2h28 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34046 | 8:53 Preston station (PRE) | 2h25 | 11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85174 | 8:58 Preston station (PRE) | 2h33 | 11:31 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34177 | 9:41 Preston station (PRE) | 2h20 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85170 | 10:06 Preston station (PRE) | 2h34 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34254 | 10:42 Preston station (PRE) | 2h23 | 13:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01369 | 10:53 Preston station (PRE) | 2h22 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33912 | 11:41 Preston station (PRE) | 2h21 | 14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85179 | 12:03 Preston station (PRE) | 2h36 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34033 | 12:40 Preston station (PRE) | 2h21 | 15:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33935 | 12:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h23 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85185 | 13:09 Preston station (PRE) | 2h39 | 15:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C00581+ L88593 | 13:13 Preston station (PRE) | 3h03 | 16:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W34016 | 13:41 Preston station (PRE) | 2h23 | 16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85188 | 14:05 Preston station (PRE) | 2h34 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34187 | 14:41 Preston station (PRE) | 2h20 | 17:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01372 | 14:54 Preston station (PRE) | 2h27 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34007 | 15:41 Preston station (PRE) | 2h20 | 18:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y14753+ L88484 | 15:59 Preston station (PRE) | 3h13 | 19:12 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
W85196 | 16:04 Preston station (PRE) | 2h35 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Stirling is known for royal history, Stirling Castle and the story of William Wallace. Its compact old town and setting by the River Forth give it a lively Scottish character.
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Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 55m.

Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 17m.

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Virgin trains and TransPennine Express operate regular direct trains from Preston to Glasgow. Weekday schedules begin early in the morning, with roughly two trains an hour for most of the day. The final departure from Preston leaves just before 10:00 p.m. Journey times range from two hours and 15 minutes to two hours and 40 minutes. Sunday schedules offer a less frequent service with a first direct departure just before 11:00 a.m. Trains leave from Preston Station, just west of the town centre, and arrive at Glasgow Central, close to the Clyde in the heart of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Preston to Glasgow trains use the Preston to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Argyle Street. Use this guide to compare Preston and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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