The average train between Glasgow and Slaithwaite takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Slaithwaite. 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 Slaithwaite. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Slaithwaite at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Glasgow to Slaithwaite? 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 Slaithwaite. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Slaithwaite station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Glasgow to Slaithwaite train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Slaithwaite train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Glasgow to Slaithwaite train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Glasgow and Slaithwaite is 292.2 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Slaithwaite via Preston and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 31m.