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London to Glasgow by train
The journey from London to Glasgow by train is 556.68 km and takes 5 hrs 25 mins. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:31 am and the last at 11:45 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Glasgow by train for as little as $69.46 or as much as $266.88. The best price for this journey is $69.46.
| Lowest Price | $69.46 |
| Journey Duration | 5 hrs 25 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo 26 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo $69.46 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo $266.88 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo 5:31 am |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo 11:45 pm |
| Distance | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo 556.68 km |
| Departure | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo London |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo Glasgow |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Lumo |
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Find the best day to travel to Glasgow by train
When travelling to Glasgow 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 Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway and Avanti West Coast from London to Glasgow
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Glasgow by train.
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London to Glasgow CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
38.97kg
Bus
41.75kg
Flight
111.34kg
Car
89.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Glasgow by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Glasgow are 38.97kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Glasgow? By taking the train between London and Glasgow 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 London to Glasgow?
A train ticket from London to Glasgow is $127.99. 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 $69.46.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Glasgow?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Glasgow is $69.46. 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 London and Glasgow by train?
London to Glasgow is 556.68 km.
How long does the train between London and Glasgow take?
London to Glasgow is on average 5 hrs 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 31 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Glasgow?
The train journey from London to Glasgow is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from London to Glasgow?
London to Glasgow has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Glasgow leave?
The earliest train from London to Glasgow departs at 5:31 am. 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 London to Glasgow depart?
The latest train from London to Glasgow departs at 11:45 pm. 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 London to Glasgow 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 $69.46 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 London to Glasgow?
There are on average 12 direct connection(s) from London to go to Glasgow.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Glasgow by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Glasgow is 4 hrs 31 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Glasgow?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Glasgow.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Glasgow by train?
The train journey from London to Glasgow creates 38.97kg of CO2 emissions.