| First train | 04:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:40 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 7h 42m | |
| Distance | 362 miles (582 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £49.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
From Glasgow Central your best route to Southampton Central is to catch an Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) train to Wolverhampton and change to a CrossCountry service, which will then take you to your final destination. All Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) trains on this line come with a power socket seat on request, a buffet cart or dining carriage called The Foodbar, and a Quiet Coach. There's complimentary WiFi when sat in First Class, while those in Standard can pay a small fee for the service. Most CrossCountry trains on this route come with a Quiet Coach, while those in First Class can enjoy complimentary WiFi (Standard passengers must pay a small fee for the service.
The train from Glasgow to Southampton offers some spectacular views, and with a window seat, you’ll be able to see it all in great comfort. After travelling through the Scottish Lowlands and into England, you'll pass through the Lake District, calling at Preston, Wigan, Warrington and Crewe before arriving at Wolverhampton. Your second train will take you through yet more picturesque areas such as Oxford and Winchester, before finally arriving at Southampton.
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