The average train between Glasgow and Knutsford takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Knutsford. 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 and Knutsford. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Knutsford at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Knutsford? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Knutsford station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Glasgow to Knutsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Knutsford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Glasgow to Knutsford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Glasgow and Knutsford is 309.8 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Knutsford via Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 50m.