How much does a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Preston cost?

The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Preston is £35. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Preston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Preston?

A train trip between Glasgow and Preston is around 2h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Glasgow and Preston?

The number of trains from Glasgow to Preston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Preston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Preston?

When taking the train from Glasgow to Preston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.

Train Glasgow to Preston from £15

Next train departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:40	Glasgow Central	2h 24m	19:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	17:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:09	Glasgow Central	2h 38m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:35	Glasgow Central	2h 22m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:09	Glasgow Central	2h 38m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:35	Glasgow Central	2h 22m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:10	Glasgow Central	2h 40m	10:50	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:35	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	17:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	15:55	Glasgow Central	2h 19m	18:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	09:16	Glasgow Central	2h 40m	11:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Glasgow Central	2h 27m	12:01	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Glasgow Central	2h 40m	11:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Glasgow Central	2h 27m	12:01	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:46	Glasgow Central	2h 29m	12:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	10:13	Glasgow Central	2h 39m	12:52	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	17:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	17:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Preston on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	17:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	09:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	09:57	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:44	Glasgow Central	2h 56m	10:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:05 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

158 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £54	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £155	Average duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £32	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Glasgow and Preston?

Stops in Glasgow

A - Glasgow Central

Stops in Preston

A - Preston (Lancs), Rail Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Preston

How much does a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Preston cost?
The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Preston is £35. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Preston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Preston?
A train trip between Glasgow and Preston is around 2h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Glasgow and Preston?
The number of trains from Glasgow to Preston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Preston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Preston?
When taking the train from Glasgow to Preston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

£43

11/11

£44

Today

£44

13/11

£20

14/11

£44

15/11

£20

16/11

£41

17/11

£17

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Preston was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Preston as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £146 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.