London to Glasgow train with London North Eastern Railway

Wed, Sep 30
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Glasgow

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 30

Cheapest price on Sep 30

€62

Average ticket price on Sep 30

€128

Fastest journey on Sep 30

4 h 31 m

Average journey duration on Sep 30

4 h 31 m

Trains on Sep 30

44

Distance

555 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Glasgow will cost around €128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.

Fast trains

On Wed, Sep 30, we found 44 trains from London to Glasgow, including 23 direct services.

On Wed, Sep 30 the direct trains cover the 555 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .

On Wed, Sep 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • LumoG25679
    12:14 PM5h32
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    5:46 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    €621One-way
    0 transfers
  • LumoG25679+ScotrailL88001
    12:14 PM5h22
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    5:36 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    €661One-way
    1 transfer
  • LumoG25683
    2:15 PM5h26
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    7:41 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    €671One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80234+ScotrailL87748
    1:03 PM5h34
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    6:37 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    €691One-way
    1 transfer
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80232+ScotrailL88268
    12:30 PM5h36
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    6:06 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
    €691One-way
    1 transfer

Live departures

London to Glasgow train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Glasgow trains for today, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
LumoG25698+ScotrailL87967
On time
10:15 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h23
3:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34033
On time
10:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h31
3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80221+ScotrailL87975
On time
10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h36
4:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayG80224+ScotrailL87983
On time
11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h34
4:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34016
On time
11:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h34
4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80226+ScotrailC14669
On time
11:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h33
5:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastC01372
On time
11:40 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h41
5:21 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
LumoG25679
On time
12:14 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h32
5:46 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 transfersDirect
LumoG25679+ScotrailL88001
On time
12:14 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h22
5:36 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34187
On time
12:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h31
5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80232+LumoG25679
On time
12:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h16
5:46 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayG80232+ScotrailL88268
On time
12:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h36
6:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayG80234+ScotrailL87748
On time
1:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h34
6:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW340071:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h31
6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80237+ScotrailL87755
On time
1:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h18
6:48 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33954+LumoY14753+ScotrailL88484
On time
1:33 PM London Euston (EUS)
5h39
7:12 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34292
On time
1:40 PM London Euston (EUS)
5h45
7:25 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
LumoG25683
On time
2:15 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h26
7:41 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
0 transfersDirect
LumoG25683+ScotrailL87773
On time
2:15 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h21
7:36 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34069
On time
2:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h47
7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80245+ScotrailL87783
On time
2:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h34
8:04 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW340823:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h32
8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW342873:36 PM London Euston (EUS)
5h37
9:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01319
On time
4:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h36
9:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
LumoY14751+ScotrailL88598
On time
4:36 PM London Euston (EUS)
5h28
10:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34169
On time
5:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h39
10:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW342885:39 PM London Euston (EUS)
5h39
11:18 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01320
On time
6:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h43
11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80272+ScotrailL87908
On time
7:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h37
12:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34180
On time
7:30 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h39
12:09 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
Caledonian SleeperC0457211:45 PM London Euston (EUS)
7h45
7:30 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Caledonian SleeperC04572+CrossCountryG00694
On time
11:45 PM London Euston (EUS)
7h40
7:25 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 transfer
Wednesday, September 30
Avanti West CoastW342065:31 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h11
10:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
LumoG25677+ScotrailL878735:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h22
11:07 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1 transfer
LumoY14756+Avanti West CoastW340466:11 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h07
11:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
LumoY14756+ScotrailL871036:11 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h16
11:27 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayG80198+ScotrailL879026:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h36
12:06 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayG80199+ScotrailL879197:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h32
12:35 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1 transfer
Avanti West CoastC013697:16 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h59
1:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW341777:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h31
12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80205+ScotrailL879368:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h32
1:35 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW342548:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h35
1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW339129:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h32
2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80215+ScotrailC146729:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h33
3:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW339359:36 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h41
3:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London to Glasgow trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo and more offer trains services from London to Glasgow.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Glasgow.

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from London to Glasgow.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Glasgow.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from London to Glasgow.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Glasgow.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Glasgow?

The best time to book your train from London to Glasgow is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Glasgow route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Glasgow per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Glasgow.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Glasgow

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Trains from London to Glasgow run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 555 km distance in 4h 29m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance
555 km
Average train duration
5h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€34
Trains per day
28
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
4h 29m
First train
12:39 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transpennine Express from London to Glasgow trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transpennine Express trains will get you between London and Glasgow from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
€49
London North Eastern Railway frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€40
Avanti West Coast frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
4h 47m
Cheapest Lumo Price
€34
Lumo frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
5h 3m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€42
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Caledonian Sleeper

About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
7h 28m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
€65
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€54
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Trains from London to Glasgow 

Trains from London to Glasgow run approximately once every hour, every day of the week. Avanti West Coast operates services during the week, and London North Eastern Railway (LNER) operates services from London to Glasgow on Saturdays and Sundays. The journey usually lasts between 4 hours 30 minutes and 6 hours 30 minutes, depending on the service. 

London to Glasgow train times: Daily departures 

There are between 15 and 25 train services from London to Glasgow every day of the week, with more services on Saturdays and Sundays. The first train of the day usually departs from London Euston around 5:30 a.m.The last service of the day, a sleeper train, departs around 10:00 p.m. and arrives in Glasgow around 9:00 a.m. the next morning. 

How long is the journey by train from London to Glasgow? 

The train journey from London to Glasgow usually lasts between 4 hours 30 minutes and 6 hours 30 minutes during the day. The latest services departing from London Euston are sleeper trains and normally take between 10 and 11 hours. Most services (excluding sleeper trains) from London to Glasgow are direct.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Glasgow? 

Departure train stations: Avanti West Coast trains from London to Glasgow depart from London Euston Station. The station is in central London and can be reached on the Tube via the Victoria Line or the Northern Line. Euston offers plenty of food, drink, and shopping outlets, as well as free public toilets and plenty of seating. LNER trains from London to Glasgow depart from London King's Cross Station. The station is situated in north London and can be easily reached from the King's Cross St Pancras Tube station. At the station, there's a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and shops, as well as free public toilets. 

Arrival train station: Most services from London to Glasgow arrive into Glasgow Central Station, just 7 minutes' walk from George Square. Passengers can enjoy a range of facilities at the station, including restaurants, shops, public toilets, and luggage storage. 

Which train companies travel from London to Glasgow? 

Train services from London to Glasgow are usually operated by Avanti West Coast on weekdays, and by LNER on weekends. Avanti West Coast services are direct and operate at regular intervals from Monday to Friday, and usually last between 4 hours 30 minutes and 5 hours 30 minutes. Avanti West Coast sleeper trains last between 10 and 11 hours. LNER day trains usually require at least one change, and take a little longer than Avanti West Coast day trains, with a duration between 5 hours 30 minutes and 6 hours 30 minutes. 

Avanti West Coast London to Glasgow

Avanti West Coast trains from London to Glasgow usually run on weekdays, approximately once every hour from 5:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., and most are direct services. Trains departing from 10:00 p.m. onwards are sleeper trains and arrive in Glasgow at around 9:00 a.m. the following morning. 

London North East Railway London to Glasgow

Most LNER services from London to Glasgow operate on Saturdays and Sundays, at regular intervals throughout the day. LNER journeys from London to Glasgow usually take a little longer than Avanti West Coast services, and often require at least one change. 

London to Glasgow trains: Services on board 

First-class tickets, available on most Avanti West Coast journeys, offer passengers access to lounges, complimentary food and drink, and more comfortable seating. Every carriage has a section for luggage storage, as well as overhead luggage racks. Passengers can bring up to 2 pets for free, and every additional pet costs extra. Bicycles can normally be transported on board by booking a bike space. An assisted travel service is also available for passengers with additional needs. 

LNER first-class tickets give passengers extra comfort, free newspapers, and complimentary food and drink. Passengers can bring up to 3 pieces of luggage onboard, and spaces can be reserved in advance to transport non-folding bikes. Up to 2 pets can accompany passengers on LNER trains free of charge. Passengers with additional needs may qualify for discounted travel, and can make use of the company's assisted travel services. 

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow

It's easy to find cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow with Omio. A top tip is to book tickets as far in advance as possible, as they're normally cheaper when not booked last minute. It also helps to be flexible with travel dates, as ticket prices can vary from day to day, and to choose longer journeys with changes required. 

FAQs: Trains from London to Glasgow

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Glasgow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow can start from as little as €34 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Glasgow is €106; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Glasgow is 4h 29m to travel the 555 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Glasgow leaves at 12:39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Glasgow leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes,there are 14 direct trains a day from London to Glasgow with Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo, Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Glasgow, you can count on Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Yes, you can take a night train from London to Glasgow with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A trip to Glasgow from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Glasgow including taking a train, bus, and flight.

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Popular train stations from London to Glasgow

Most London to Glasgow trains use the London Kings Cross to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare London and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · €2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · €15 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · €2 · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

London EustonEuston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Euston from London city centre

BusN5 · 10m · €2 · every ~3 min
N279, 29, N29 · 16m · €2 · every ~34 min
91, N91 · 21m · €11 · every ~28 min
SubwayNorthern · 7m · €2 · every ~86 min

London Euston train station facilities and services

London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.

London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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