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St Helens to Glasgow Central by train
| First train | 08:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:28 | |
| Departure station | St Helens | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 177 miles (285 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Taking the train from St Helens to Glasgow Central in 3 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens to Glasgow Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 12 minutes to travel the 177 miles (285 km) from St Helens to Glasgow Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Glasgow Central.
Book train tickets from St Helens to Glasgow Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Glasgow Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from St Helens to Glasgow Central
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