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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Glasgow Central | Liverpool Lime Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Liverpool Lime Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Liverpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Liverpool by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Liverpool start at $36. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Glasgow to Liverpool?
The average train trip from Glasgow to Liverpool takes 3h 35m and covers 285 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 29m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Liverpool departs at 7:44am. The latest train departs at 4:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Glasgow to Liverpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Liverpool?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Glasgow to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transpennine Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Liverpool, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $231 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-02.
