The average train between Runcorn and Glasgow takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn to Glasgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Glasgow. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Glasgow at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Runcorn to Glasgow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Runcorn to Glasgow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Glasgow is 297.3 km. The road distance is 348 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Glasgow Central via Liverpool Lime Street and Preston in around 4h 27m.