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It takes an average of 7h 38m to travel from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo by train, over a distance of around 345 miles (556 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo and tickets for this journey start from £59.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo | |
| Journey time | From 5h 9m | |
| Distance | 345 miles (556 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £59.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo in 5 hours 9 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 38 minutes to travel the 345 miles (556 km) from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to London Waterloo. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £59.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Waterloo by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo?
Want to know more about your journey from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo? 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 Waterloo?
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.