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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

€109

Average price

€151

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Trains per day

6

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 €151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave London for Glasgow on Thu, Jul 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 555 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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.

Avanti West CoastW10509
09:34AM5h43
London Euston (EUS)
03:17PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1091One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09871
10:30AM4h30
London Euston (EUS)
03:00PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1091One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09869
09:30AM4h32
London Euston (EUS)
02:02PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1091One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09724 · W10513+TransPennine ExpressC27291
10:33AM6h06
London Euston (EUS)
04:39PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
1611One-way
2 transfers
LNERY23415+ScotRailY66837
08:00AM5h37
London Kings Cross (KGX)
01:37PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1751One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €62.

Distance: 555 km

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€136

Average price

€51

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Cheapest

€177

Average price

6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 17m

Average total duration

8h 47m

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4h 36m

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1h 36m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.3kg

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London to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16
Last updated at 5:57 AM
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Tickets
london_north_eastern_railwayY23415+scotrailY66837
On time
7:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h37
12:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09867
On time
7:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h34
12:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railwayY23421+scotrailY66853
On time
8:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h34
1:34 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09869
On time
8:30 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h32
1:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW10509
On time
8:34 AM London Euston (EUS)
5h43
2:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railwayY23477+scotrailY66869
On time
9:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
5h38
2:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 transfer

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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 91 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 6 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
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 €24
Distance
555 km
Average train duration
5h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
€64
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 31m
First train
04:17
Last train
23:45
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 €24

Train providers: Virgin Trains, East Coast and Lumo trains London to Glasgow

Travel between London and Glasgow from €58 with Omio’s train partners Virgin Trains, East Coast and Lumo! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

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.

Train information from London to Glasgow with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: €75
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

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. 

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Popular train stations from London to Glasgow

London
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your trip from London to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
  • Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transit options for London Euston
  • Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
  • Overground lines: Watford DC
  • Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
  • Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your journey to Glasgow from London.
Amenities at train station
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LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transit options for Glasgow Central
  • Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
  • Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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