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Glasgow to London by train
The journey from Glasgow to London by train is 345.9 mi and takes 5 hrs 31 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:22 and the last at 23:40. It is possible to travel from Glasgow to London by train for as little as £36.84 or as much as £297.21. The best price for this journey is £36.84.
| Lowest Price | £36.84 |
| Journey Duration | 5 hrs 31 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 25 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo £36.84 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo £297.21 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 04:22 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 23:40 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 345.9 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo Glasgow |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo London |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, CrossCountry Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo |
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Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £37.36 to £78.18 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 52% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to London
The cheapest Glasgow - London train tickets can be found for as low as £50.27 if you’re lucky, or £59.86 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £72.71.
Find the best day to travel to London by train
When travelling to London by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper and London North Eastern Railway from Glasgow to London
Compare services on board when travelling from Glasgow to London by train.
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Glasgow to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
38.97kg
Bus
41.75kg
Flight
111.34kg
Car
89.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Glasgow to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Glasgow and London are 38.97kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Glasgow and London? By taking the train between Glasgow and London you will save 72.37kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.78kg compared to a bus and 50.1kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Glasgow to London?
A train ticket from Glasgow to London is £106.40. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £36.84.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Glasgow to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Glasgow to London is £36.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Glasgow and London by train?
Glasgow to London is 345.9 mi.
How long does the train between Glasgow and London take?
Glasgow to London is on average 5 hrs 31 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 32 mins.
Which companies operate from Glasgow to London?
The train journey from Glasgow to London is covered by 8 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, ScotRail and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from Glasgow to London?
Glasgow to London has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Glasgow to London leave?
The earliest train from Glasgow to London departs at 04:22. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Glasgow to London depart?
The latest train from Glasgow to London departs at 23:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Glasgow to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £36.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Glasgow to London?
There are on average 12 direct connection(s) from Glasgow to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Glasgow to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Glasgow and London is 4 hrs 32 mins.
Is there a direct train from Glasgow to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Glasgow and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Glasgow to London by train?
The train journey from Glasgow to London creates 38.97kg of CO2 emissions.