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Glasgow Central to London train prices and times

Planning a journey from Glasgow Central to London? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 37.53, with average prices for this route around AU$ 73.56. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 37.53
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 57.37
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 37.53
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 37.53
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 57.37
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 57.37
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 46.27

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
07:41 Glasgow Central	13:48 London Kings Cross	6h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:15 Glasgow Central	14:39 London Kings Cross	6h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:45 Glasgow Central	14:45 London Kings Cross	6h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:15 Glasgow Central	14:55 London Kings Cross	5h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:30 Glasgow Central	15:47 London Kings Cross	6h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:34 Glasgow Central	14:19 Paris	4h 45m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow Central to London train route details

First train

07:41

Last train

23:15

Departure station

Glasgow Central

Arrival station

London

Journey time

4h 44m

Distance

556 km

Price

AU$ 37.53*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Glasgow Central and London, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow Central to London can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow Central to London, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow Central to London ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Glasgow Central to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow Central to London train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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