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Glasgow to London train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £43.10, with average prices for this route around £34.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Wed, Sep 10
    From £79.70
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From £88.10
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From £57.00
  • Sat, Sep 13
    From £76.50
  • Sun, Sep 14
    From £83.50
  • Mon, Sep 15
    From £43.10
  • Tue, Sep 16
    From £44.70
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13:45
5h 53m, No direct
Glasgow Queen Street
19:38
London Kings Cross
ScotRailLNER
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14:15
5h 34m, No direct
Glasgow Queen Street
19:49
London Kings Cross
ScotRailLNER
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14:34
4h 38m, Direct
Glasgow Central
19:12
London Euston
Avanti West Coast
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14:38
6h 6m, No direct
Glasgow Queen Street
20:44
London Kings Cross
ScotRailLumo
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14:45
5h 53m, No direct
Glasgow Queen Street
20:38
London Kings Cross
ScotRailLNER
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15:15
5h 38m, No direct
Glasgow Queen Street
20:53
Paris
ScotRailLNER
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Glasgow to London train route details

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
London
Journey time
Journey time
4h 32m
Distance
Distance
556 km
Price
Price
£43.10*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

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

Network Railcard for Southeast 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.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow to London 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.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 to London, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to London ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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 to London 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.