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London to Paisley by train

First train

04:31

Last train

00:39

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Paisley

Journey time

From 4h 54m

Distance

348 miles (560 km)

Frequency

55 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Travelling from London to Paisley by train

Looking to travel from London to Paisley by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 58 minutes to travel from London to Paisley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 55 trains per day running along the 348 miles (560 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Paisley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Paisley. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London to Paisley in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from London to Paisley

Want to know more about your journey from London to Paisley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Paisley from London?

To travel to Paisley from London, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 58 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 54 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from London to Paisley?

Trains from London to Paisley take an average of 6 hours and 58 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 54 minutes. You'll usually find 55 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between London and Paisley by train?

The quickest journey time between London and Paisley by train is 4 hours and 54 minutes.

Are there direct trains from London to Paisley?

No, there are no direct trains running from London to Paisley, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from London to Paisley

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 Paisley 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.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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