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

The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Preston is $40. The best way to find 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 28m, 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 trains 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 have layovers. 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 $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:11pm	Glasgow Central	2h 44m	6:55pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Glasgow Central	2h 37m	5:45pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:08pm	Glasgow Central	2h 37m	5:45pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	Glasgow Central	2h 24m	7:04pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Glasgow Central	2h 38m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:35am	Glasgow Central	2h 22m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:09am	Glasgow Central	2h 38m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:55pm	Glasgow Central	2h 19m	6:14pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	3:55pm	Glasgow Central	2h 19m	6:14pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Glasgow Central	2h 40m	11:56am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Glasgow Central	2h 27m	12:01pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	9:16am	Glasgow Central	2h 40m	11:56am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Preston on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	2h 18m	5:56pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	2h 15m	10:15am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	9:47am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	2h 21m	9:57am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:33 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, 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$16 - $57	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $195	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $40	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

Train and bus companies in GB: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 about traveling from Glasgow to Preston by train

How much does a train ticket from Glasgow to Preston cost?
How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Preston?
How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and Preston?
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Preston?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$66

11/17

$55

Today

$56

11/19

$26

11/20

$26

11/21

$36

11/22

$23

11/23

$52

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Preston was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $186 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 $23 which is on 2025-11-22.