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It takes an average of 5h 21m to travel from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central by train, over a distance of around 186 miles (300 km). There are normally 22 trains per day travelling from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central and tickets for this journey start from £21.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:19 | |
| Departure station | Ellesmere Port | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 0m | |
| Distance | 186 miles (300 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 22 trains per day running between Ellesmere Port and Glasgow Central, which usually take 5 hours 21 minutes to complete the 186 miles (300 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Glasgow Central by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central start from £21.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Glasgow Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Glasgow Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.