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London to Glasgow by train
It takes an average of 5h 44m to travel from London to Glasgow by train, over a distance of around 345 miles (555 km). There are normally 29 trains per day traveling from London to Glasgow and tickets for this journey start from $46.19 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:31 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:45 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow | |
| Journey time | From 4h 30m | |
| Distance | 345 miles (555 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $46.19 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Traveling from London to Glasgow by train
Planning a trip to Scotland and need more information on the journey by train from London to Glasgow? You’ve come to the right place!
On average, you can expect the journey from London to Glasgow by train to take around 5 hours and 4 minutes, although the fastest services can take you there in just 4 hours and 29 minutes. As there are around 46 direct trains on this route every day, you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
When traveling on this route, there are two services to choose from. If you decide to travel with Avanti West Coast, you’ll depart from London Euston station. However, if you opt to travel with London North Eastern Railway (LNER), your journey will start at London Kings Cross station. No matter who you decide to travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as free WiFi and comfortable seating. Not only that, but both services will take you directly to Glasgow Central station. If you want to maximize your time in Glasgow, you can also take the Caledonian Sleeper night train from London Euston to Glasgow Central station.
Once you’ve left the station, you can begin to explore Glasgow! Not sure where to start? Find inspiration in our guide on how to spend a weekend in Glasgow, including a trip to Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Hoping to save money on your tickets? Try traveling during Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours between Monday and Friday. Also, to save even more, try booking an Advance ticket – they tend to be released 12 weeks prior to the day of travel and are usually cheaper than purchasing tickets on the departure date.
Want to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to know more about the journey, continue reading for train timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Glasgow
Want to know more about your journey from London to Glasgow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Glasgow is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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