Glasgow Central to Burscough Bridge by train
| First train | 18:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:18 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Burscough Bridge | |
| Journey time | From 17h 20m | |
| Distance | 166 miles (267 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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How to travel from Glasgow Central to Burscough Bridge by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Glasgow Central to Burscough Bridge? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Glasgow Central and Burscough Bridge, which usually take 17 hours 20 minutes to complete the 166 miles (267 km) journey. It can take as little as 17 hours 20 minutes 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 Burscough Bridge by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Lumo, ScotRail 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 – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Glasgow Central to Burscough Bridge if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Burscough Bridge? 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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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Burscough Bridge
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