Travelling from Glasgow to Liverpool by train

Want to know how to get from Glasgow to Liverpool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Glasgow to Liverpool take around 3 hours and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 285 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Glasgow is scheduled to depart at around  04:28. The last departure is usually at around 20:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Glasgow at around 04:26, with the last train leaving at around 20:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$22.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Liverpool, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Liverpool.

Is there a direct train from Glasgow to Liverpool?

The journey between Glasgow and Liverpool usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Glasgow to Liverpool every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Glasgow to Liverpool?

The Glasgow to Liverpool train travel takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Glasgow to Liverpool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Liverpool leaving Glasgow at around 04:28 and the last train leaving at around 20:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Glasgow at around 04:26, with the final departure at 20:08.