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Trains from Glasgow Central to Runcorn East (RUE)

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18

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:28 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Glasgow Central to Runcorn East (RUE)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Central to Runcorn East is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Runcorn East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Central to Runcorn East Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:28
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    07:47
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:48
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:29
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:00
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:27
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:38
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:36
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:38
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:56
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:35
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:34
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:46
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:57
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    19:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    20:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    20:46
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    22:25
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:06
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    23:31
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:48
    9 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:28
    Glasgow Central
    Runcorn East
    Glasgow Central to Runcorn East

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East

The travel time between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Glasgow Central & Runcorn East. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Glasgow Central and Runcorn East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.