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St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train

First train

09:13

Last train

22:43

Departure station

St Helens Central

Arrival station

Glasgow Queen Street

Journey time

From 3h 52m

Distance

177 miles (285 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

Travelling from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train

Looking to travel from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 32 minutes to travel from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 52 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 177 miles (285 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Glasgow Queen Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Glasgow Queen Street – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street

Want to know more about your journey from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street?

You can get from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train in 4 hours and 32 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 52 minutes. You can also take the bus from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street take?

The average journey time by train between St Helens Central and Glasgow Queen Street is 4 hours and 32 minutes, with around 2 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between St Helens Central and Glasgow Queen Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street is 3 hours and 52 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street?

No, there are no direct train services from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street. Travelling from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for St Helens Central to Glasgow Queen Street is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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