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It takes an average of 6h 58m to travel from Glasgow Central to London Paddington by train, over a distance of around 343 miles (553 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to London Paddington and tickets for this journey start from £39.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 5h 0m | |
| Distance | 343 miles (553 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £39.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
How to travel from Glasgow Central to London Paddington by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Glasgow Central to London Paddington? Look no further.
You'll usually find 43 trains per day running between Glasgow Central and London Paddington, which usually take 6 hours 58 minutes to complete the 343 miles (553 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to London Paddington by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Glasgow Central to London Paddington start from £39.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to London Paddington? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Glasgow Central to London Paddington?
Want to know more about your journey from Glasgow Central to London Paddington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to London Paddington?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.