How much does a train ticket cost from London to Glasgow?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Glasgow start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Glasgow?

The average train journey time from London to Glasgow is 4h 38m, covering a distance of 343 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the London to Glasgow route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , Caledonian Sleeper , London North Eastern Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Glasgow?

The earliest train from London to Glasgow departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

Which is the best train operator from London to Glasgow?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Glasgow?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train London to Glasgow from £40

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:46	Euston Station	5h 20m	16:06	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Euston Station	4h 36m	20:05	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	15:29	Euston Station	4h 36m	20:05	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	15:39	Euston Station	5h 39m	21:18	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	16:29	Euston Station	4h 36m	21:05	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	20:01	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:30	Euston Station	4h 32m	14:02	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:30	Euston Station	4h 32m	14:02	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:30	Euston Station	4h 32m	14:02	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:16	Euston Station	5h 59m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Euston Station	4h 30m	15:00	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:30	Euston Station	4h 31m	12:01	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:30	Euston Station	4h 38m	13:08	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:30	Euston Station	4h 38m	13:08	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from London to Glasgow on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:47	Euston Station	5h 23m	14:10	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	16:29	Euston Station	4h 36m	21:05	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	08:47	Euston Station	5h 23m	14:10	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:50	Euston Station	6h 29m	15:19	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:50	Euston Station	6h 29m	15:19	Glasgow Central	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 10mAverage duration

345 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £132	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £335	Average duration4h 38m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£33 - £59	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Glasgow?

London

A
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Glasgow

A
Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £42

Avanti West Coast London Glasgow recent customer reviews

The only thing I didn't like was that not all of the chairs had phone chargers

Hameed H.

20 September 2023

Caledonian Sleeper

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Glasgow by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from London to Glasgow?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Glasgow start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Glasgow?
The average train journey time from London to Glasgow is 4h 38m, covering a distance of 343 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the London to Glasgow route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Glasgow?
The earliest train from London to Glasgow departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 23:45.
Which is the best train operator from London to Glasgow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Glasgow?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/12

£144

06/12

£145

Today

£145

08/12

£98

09/12

£98

10/12

£98

11/12

£98

12/12

£98

The cheapest trip from London to Glasgow was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £98

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Glasgow as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £98 to £322 for a train ticket from London to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £98, which is on 2025-12-08.