- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$118
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$133
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Falkirk to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Falkirk to London will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Falkirk to London, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Falkirk to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $337.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $337 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Falkirk to London:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Falkirk to London costing on average $134 (€110).
A bus is $250 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Falkirk to London costing on average $337 (€275).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Bus takes on average 10h 12m.
The journey is about 2h 26m faster (4h 55m by train vs 7h 21m by car) and roughly $48 (€39) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($134 (€110) vs $183 (€149)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Falkirk to London trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80054+ C14740 | Delayed 8:21 AM 8:04 AMFalkirk High (FKK) | 7h06 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01979+ C14740 | Delayed 9:13 AM 8:04 AMFalkirk High (FKK) | 8h12 | 4:16 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14740+ W33693 · W33471 | On time 8:04 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 6h05 | 2:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
G80054 · C02030+ C14740 | Delayed 8:21 AM 8:04 AMFalkirk High (FKK) | 7h58 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
L87793+ W33452 | On time 8:14 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 5h58 | 2:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G80054+ W83071 | Delayed 8:21 AM 8:24 AMFalkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 6h46 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Falkirk to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $57 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 344 miles (554 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falkirk to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Falkirk to London trains use the Falkirk High to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Euston. Use this guide to compare Falkirk and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Falkirk High has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Falkirk High.
Ticket office support is available at Falkirk High. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falkirk High: Parking, WC.
Available at Falkirk High: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Falkirk High: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative route is a long route using the subway under the rail tracks Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Falkirk Grahamston has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Falkirk Grahamston.
Ticket office support is available at Falkirk Grahamston. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falkirk Grahamston: Parking, WC.
Available at Falkirk Grahamston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Falkirk Grahamston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Short steep ramp onto platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative accessible route is via the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 13, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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