It takes an average of 6h 29m to travel from Glasgow to London by train, over a distance of around 345 miles (555 km). There are normally 54 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to London and tickets for this journey start from £34.50 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:26 | |
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Last train | 23:40 | |
Departure station | Glasgow | |
Arrival station | London | |
Journey time | From 4h 32m | |
Distance | 345 miles (555 km) | |
Frequency | 54 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £34.50 | |
Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Looking to travel from Glasgow to London by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Glasgow to London usually takes around 5h 31m but can take just 4h 28m on the fastest services, with around 19 trains running on this popular route per day. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as direct services are available.
Train travel is significantly better for the environment than other modes of transport, such as car and plane. In fact, you save 67% on CO2 emissions when you choose train over car*.
You'll be travelling with either Avanti West Coast or London North Eastern Railway (LNER) on this route. Whatever service you choose to travel with, you'll get to enjoy plenty of amenities on board, including free WiFi, comfortable seating, and a well-stocked bar carriage where you can buy hot and cold drinks and snacks.
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The average journey time by train between Glasgow and London is 6 hours and 29 minutes, with around 54 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Glasgow to London is 4 hours and 32 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Glasgow to London can start from as little as £34.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to London without having to change trains. There are 54 direct trains from Glasgow to London each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Glasgow to London leaves at 03:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Glasgow to London leaves at 23:40. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Glasgow to London cover a distance of around 345 miles (555 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London to Glasgow. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Glasgow to London.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow to London is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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If you want to travel from Glasgow to London, choose the more sustainable option - choose train!
Taking the train instead of driving lowers your CO2 impact by a whopping 67%.* Keep it simple, keep it low-carbon.
What's faster or cheaper than driving from Glasgow to London? Ah yes, that'd be the train. Cheaper even without a Railcard, too. Win for you. Win for the planet.
In the UK, you can take your bike on the train, for free! Cool, huh? And, thanks to our bike reservation feature, travelling with your bike has never been easier.
Unlike flying or driving, going by train means no extra luggage charges or parking costs. Plus, you step off the train, right into the city-centre. Aaaand relax.
* Calculations are based on CO2 / passenger km, comparing an average petrol car, using statistics and conversion factors published in the government’s greenhouse gas reporting conversion factors published 7 June 2023 and revised 28 June 2023. See here for more.
Between Glasgow and London, 89% of journeys sold on Trainline from May 2022 to May 2023 were cheaper and faster by rail vs car.