Cheapest month
Up to 25%The cheapest time to travel is September (£29.25); the most expensive is May (£36.53).
Trains from London to Glenrothes
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- Lowest price from £68.35
- Average duration 5h 56m
- Connections per day 49
- Distance 558 km
- CO₂ per person 8 kg
train from London to Glenrothes
The journey from London to Glenrothes is about 558 km. On average a train trip takes 5h 56m with 49 connections per day.
| Lowest price | £68.35 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 5h 56m |
| Connections per day | 49 |
| Lowest price | £68.35 |
| Highest price | £153.24 |
| First departure | 05:45 AM |
| Last departure | 06:18 PM |
| Distance | 558 km |
| Departure | London |
| Arrival | Glenrothes |
| Travel operator | Cross Country, Avanti West Coast Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo |
Your journey from London to Glenrothes with Virail
Virail helps thousands of travelers plan their journeys every year. How? It's easy. Just enter the dates on which you plan to travel from London to Glenrothes. Our powerful engine will look at the data from thousands of travel providers, then show you all the available routes. You can choose to travel however you want. Decide on the type of transport you want to use, what time of day you'd like to set off and whether you'd like a direct journey or one with connections. When you've found your ideal route, Virail will redirect you to the web page of the provider. There, you can make your booking, then it's time to prepare for your trip.
How can I find the cheapest train tickets to get from London to Glenrothes?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Glenrothes cost ≈ £68.35 (€80.78). On average, you can expect to spend around ≈ £122.55 (€144.84) for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from London to Glenrothes.
Unfortunately, no price was found for your trip from London to Glenrothes. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find price results.
The prices for train tickets from London to Glenrothes vary depending on a range of factors including how far in advance you're booking, your travel dates, and the type of transport you want to use. On certain routes, there may be different classes available, which will also affect the price. The average train ticket price is approximately ≈ £122.55 (€144.84). For the lowest prices, it is usually best to book as far in advance as possible and look out for low-cost options, such as non-refundable tickets or traveling outside of peak hours. Be aware that some providers do not offer refunds or changes on their lower priced tickets, so it is advised to check before completing your transaction.
How long will it take me to travel from London to Glenrothes by train?
The average journey time is 5h 56m. This is how long it takes to cross the 558 km from London to Glenrothes. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from London to Glenrothes to take longer than 5h 56m. The journey from London to Glenrothes covers a distance of 558 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 5h 56m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 5h 30m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from London to Glenrothes faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
What time are the departures from London to Glenrothes?
If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from London to Glenrothes leaving at 05:45 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 06:18 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. The first journey of the night departs from London at 05:45 AM. If you prefer to travel later in that night, the last departure will leave at 06:18 PM. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between London and Glenrothes. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.
Which stations are used when traveling from London to Glenrothes?
There are different options to choose from when traveling between London and Glenrothes. You can start your journey in London at stations such as . These connect to stations including in Glenrothes. There may not be a direct connection between all the stations in the two locations. Some providers will only serve a selection of the stations, and you may have to travel from one station to another in the same city after arrival to reach your ultimate destination. Virail will show you both all direct routes and any connecting services which you can take to get from London to Glenrothes.
How many daily journeys are there from London to Glenrothes?
The route from London to Glenrothes is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from London 49 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from London to Glenrothes, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 0 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 49 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from London to Glenrothes. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.
When to book from London to Glenrothes
These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.
What historical fares show
Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, September is typically the cheapest month to travel from London to Glenrothes by train, with medians around £29.25 versus about £36.53 in May (roughly a 25% swing).
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Carriers on this route
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a train operating company in the United Kingdom that operates intercity services on the "East Coast Main Line" between London, Yorkshire, the North East and Scotland. It was formed in 2018 as a result of the UK government's decision to terminate the franchise of Virgin Trains East Coast. LNER is owned by the Department for Transport and managed by the operator of the East Coast Partnership, a joint venture between infrastructure company Network Rail and train operator FirstGroup. LNER operates a fleet of electric and diesel trains, including the Azuma, which is the fastest train in the UK.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 39.06kg
bus 41.85kg
flight 111.6kg
carpool 89.28kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from London to Glenrothes?
The train journey between London and Glenrothes emits 39.06kg of CO₂.
How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between London and Glenrothes?
Taking the train between London and Glenrothes saves 72.54kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 2.79kg compared to the bus and 50.22kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from London to Glenrothes costs ≈ £122.55 (€144.84). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ £68.35 (€80.78).
The cheapest ticket from London to Glenrothes costs ≈ £68.35 (€80.78). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
London and Glenrothes are 558 km apart.
The journey from London to Glenrothes takes about 5h 56m on average. The fastest option takes 5h 30m.
This route is served by 6 operators: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express and Lumo.
There are about 49 connections per day from London to Glenrothes.
The first train from London to Glenrothes leaves at 05:45 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from London to Glenrothes leaves at 06:18 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ £68.35 (€80.78) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from London to Glenrothes.
The shortest train journey between London and Glenrothes takes 5h 30m.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Glenrothes.
The train journey from London to Glenrothes generates 8 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, September is typically the cheapest month, with medians around £29.25, while May is among the most expensive (about £36.53).