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Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 14.650, with average prices for this route around BHD 22.150. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
14:23 Glasgow Central	21:43 London Waterloo East	7h 20m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:30 Glasgow Central	21:29 London Waterloo East	6h 59m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:34 Glasgow Central	20:04 London Waterloo East	5h 30m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:34 Glasgow Central	20:08 London Waterloo East	5h 34m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:00 Glasgow Central	21:45 London Waterloo East	6h 45m, Changes required	Find Tickets
15:30 Glasgow Central	22:14 Paris	6h 44m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East Train Route Details

First train

04:28

Last train

23:40

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

London Waterloo East

Journey time

5h 18m

Distance

556 km

Price

BHD 14.650*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Glasgow Central and London Waterloo East, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Glasgow Central to London Waterloo East train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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