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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Accrington takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Accrington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 27m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Glasgow to Accrington train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Accrington. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Accrington at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 28m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited6h 21m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Accrington? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Accrington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 207.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Accrington, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Accrington via Preston in around 3h 21m.

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