How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to London start from R 699. The average price for this train route is around R 2 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Glasgow to London?

The average train journey time from Glasgow to London is 5h 3m, covering a distance of 553 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Glasgow to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , Lumo , Caledonian Sleeper .

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

The earliest train from Glasgow to London departs at 07:35. And the latest train departs at 23:40.

Which is the best train operator from Glasgow to London?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Lumo , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Lumo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Glasgow to London from R 855

Next train departures

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	20:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	15:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	20:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 57m	21:54	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	13:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	13:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	13:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:18	Glasgow Queen Street	5h 41m	23:59	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	13:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 30m	21:27	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	10:40	Glasgow Central	4h 32m	15:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:35	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:35	Glasgow Central	4h 37m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:34	Glasgow Central	6h 30m	01:04	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	09:34	Glasgow Central	4h 44m	14:18	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	09:34	Glasgow Central	4h 44m	14:18	Euston Station	No tags
Train	09:46	Glasgow Central	5h 18m	15:04	Euston Station	No tags
Train	09:46	Glasgow Central	5h 18m	15:04	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Glasgow Central	5h 6m	21:03	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Glasgow Central	4h 34m	13:12	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:36	Glasgow Central	4h 36m	12:12	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Glasgow Central	5h 3m	13:03	Euston Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 715, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 20mAverage duration

556 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 399 - R 2 998	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 699 - R 7 276	Average duration5h 3m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 715 - R 1 503	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

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

Glasgow

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Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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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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London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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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 Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at R 891

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.

3 June 2023

Great service

Dyenabou B.

27 November 2021

Lumo

5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Caledonian Sleeper

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to London start from R 699. The average price for this train route is around R 2 040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to London?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to London is 5h 3m, covering a distance of 553 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to London?
The earliest train from Glasgow to London departs at 07:35. And the latest train departs at 23:40.
Which is the best train operator from Glasgow to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Lumo, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Glasgow to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Lumo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Glasgow to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Lumo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

24/01

R 3 105

25/01

R 4 870

Today

R 1 251

27/01

R 1 251

28/01

R 1 251

29/01

R 1 251

30/01

R 1 140

31/01

R 1 345

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to London was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 140

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 R 1 140 to R 6 955 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 R 1 140, which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.