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Glasgow to Prestwich trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Prestwich takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow to Prestwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 6m
Duration
227 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 58m
£55–125

Glasgow to Prestwich train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Prestwich. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Prestwich at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink7h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 2m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 13m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressMetrolink4h 10m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 59m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Prestwich? 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 Prestwich.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 226.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Prestwich via Preston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 3h 58m.

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