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Preston to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £6.50, with average prices for this route around £13.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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18:53
2 hours 19 minutes, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
21:12
Glasgow Central
Avanti West Coast
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19:42
2 hours 26 minutes, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
22:08
Glasgow Central
Avanti West Coast
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20:41
2 hours 32 minutes, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
23:13
Glasgow Central
Avanti West Coast
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20:54
2 hours 23 minutes, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
23:17
Glasgow Central
Avanti West Coast
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21:43
2 hours 25 minutes, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
00:08
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Paris
Avanti West Coast
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Preston to Glasgow Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:36
Last train
Last train
21:43
Departure station
Departure station
Preston
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow Central
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 19 minutes
Distance
Distance
255 km
Price
Price
£6.50*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Glasgow Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Preston to Glasgow Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to Glasgow Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Glasgow Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Preston to Glasgow Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Glasgow Central train ticket types

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