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Atherton to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Atherton to Glasgow Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €18.42, with average prices for this route around €18.42. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
09:54 3h 31m, Changes required Hag Fold	13:25 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
11:54 3h 13m, Changes required Hag Fold	15:07 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
13:54 3h 13m, Changes required Hag Fold	17:07 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
15:54 3h 34m, Changes required Hag Fold	19:28 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
17:54 3h 11m, Changes required Hag Fold	21:05 Glasgow Central	Find Tickets
19:54 3h 14m, Changes required Hag Fold	23:08 Paris	Find Tickets

Atherton to Glasgow Central Train Route Details

First train

09:54

Last train

21:54

Departure station

Atherton

Arrival station

Glasgow Central

Journey time

3h 11m

Distance

284 km

Price

€18.42*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Atherton to Glasgow Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Atherton to Glasgow Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Atherton to Glasgow Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Atherton to Glasgow Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Atherton to Glasgow Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Atherton to Glasgow Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Atherton to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

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