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

The average train ticket price from Glasgow to London is $188. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Glasgow to London?

A train trip between Glasgow and London is around 4h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and London?

The number of trains from Glasgow to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to London?

When taking the train from Glasgow to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper.

Train Glasgow to London from $74

Next train departures

Next departures for Glasgow to London on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	4h 51m	8:29pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	10:40am	Glasgow Central	4h 32m	3:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:35am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:12pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:35am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:12pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:34pm	Glasgow Central	6h 30m	1:04am	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:34am	Glasgow Central	4h 44m	2:18pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	9:46am	Glasgow Central	5h 18m	3:04pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	Glasgow Central	6h 8m	3:54pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	10:34am	Glasgow Central	4h 45m	3:19pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to London on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	8:38am	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	1:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:13pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	1:03pm	Euston Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

556 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $242	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $631	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$60 - $117	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

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

Glasgow

A
Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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London

A
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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B
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, 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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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 WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $78

Avanti West Coast Glasgow London recent customer reviews

Travel by train in Britain is a pleasant experience, the process smooth and comfortable, the landscape attractive. Due to technical problems, we had to switch trains but solutions were found that meant we were only a little delayed.

Peter D.

June 3, 2023

Great service

Dyenabou B.

November 27, 2021

Lumo

5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Caledonian Sleeper

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to London by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to London cost?
The average train ticket price from Glasgow to London is $188. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Glasgow to London?
A train trip between Glasgow and London is around 4h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and London?
The number of trains from Glasgow to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to London?
When taking the train from Glasgow to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-24

$263

11-25

$264

Today

$264

11-27

$122

11-28

$169

11-29

$180

11-30

$169

12-01

$97

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to London was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $590 for a train ticket from Glasgow to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-12-01.