- Distance: 190.4 mi
- Duration: 2h 29m
The average train between Glasgow Central and Preston takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow Central to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Glasgow Central and Preston. The earliest departure is at 4:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow Central is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Preston at 3:06 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.
Glasgow Central to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow Central to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Glasgow Central to Preston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Glasgow Central and Preston is 253.5 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.
