London to Glasgow by train
Travelling from London to Glasgow by train takes about 4h 45m, run by Avanti West Coast. A quicker option we found is flight + bus, at 3h 57m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €47
- Total journey
- 4h 45m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Avanti West Coast
Omio catalogue, Oct 21 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1London to GlasgowAvanti West Coast4h 45m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from London to Glasgow
Avanti West Coast runs 24 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:31 and the last at 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 24 | 05:31 | 23:45 |
All departures
- 05:31
- 07:16
- 07:30
- 08:30
- 09:30
- 09:36
- 10:30
- 11:30
- 11:40
- 12:14
- 12:30
- 13:30
- 13:40
- 14:15
- 14:30
- 15:30
- 15:36
- 16:30
- 17:30
- 17:39
- 18:30
- 19:30
- 21:15
- 23:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- Avanti West Coast
- Timetable
- First train at 05:31, last at 23:45, 24 a day with Avanti West Coast.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €156Checked Oct 18 | 5h 54m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €26Omio catalogue, Oct 21 | 8h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€156Checked Oct 185h 54m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€26Omio catalogue, Oct 218h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 21
London to Glasgow by train: common questions
How long does London to Glasgow take by train?
About 4h 45m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from London to Glasgow?
Omio publishes €47 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from London to Glasgow?
Avanti West Coast. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight + bus better?
The flight + bus is faster at 3h 57m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- London Glasgow train
- London to Glasgow by train
- train ticket London to Glasgow
- how long is the train from London to Glasgow