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London to Glasgow Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Glasgow, starting from £33.50 and averaging £34.50. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 30m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Sep 3
    From £124.60
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From £83.50
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From £33.50
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From £72.60
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From £77.90
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £61.50
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From £68.20
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:48
London Kings Cross
11:27
Glasgow Central
5h 39m, Changes requiredLumoScotRail
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06:08
Old Street
12:35
Glasgow Queen Street
6h 27m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernThameslinkLNERScotRail
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06:31
London Marylebone
13:15
Glasgow Central
6h 44m, Changes requiredChiltern RailwaysAvanti West Coast
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06:38
Old Street
13:37
Glasgow Queen Street
6h 59m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernThameslinkLNERScotRail
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07:00
London Kings Cross
12:35
Glasgow Queen Street
5h 35m, Changes requiredLNERScotRail
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07:16
London Euston
13:15
Paris
5h 59m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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London to Glasgow Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:39
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow
Journey time
Journey time
4h 30m
Distance
Distance
556 km
Price
Price
£33.50*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Glasgow

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London and Glasgow, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Glasgow. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Glasgow 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London to Glasgow, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London to Glasgow more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Glasgow train ticket types

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