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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$40
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$105
Fastest journey on Sep 15
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
5 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 15
43
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 43 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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.
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W33889+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross1:13 PM5h21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:34 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$401One-way2 transfers- W34063+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:20 PM5h12Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)5:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$431One-way2 transfers
G256886:18 PM5h41Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:59 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$521One-way0 transfers- G25688+
W689575:37 PM6h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:59 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$531One-way1 transfer - Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34050+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross2:14 PM5h23Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)7:37 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$611One-way2 transfers
- L87758+
G081756:00 AM5h10Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:10 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$2421One-way1 transfer - L87838+G800499:00 AM5h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:11 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1351One-way1 transfer
- W34063+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:20 PM5h12Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)5:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$431One-way2 transfers
- W33973+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central10:18 AM5h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1411One-way2 transfers
- Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34039+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross8:18 AM5h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1411One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, while a flight costs an average of $266.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $132 (€107).
A bus is $189 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $266 (€216).
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Bus takes on average 10h 30m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (5h 20m by train vs 6h 51m by car) and roughly $91 (€74) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($132 (€107) vs $223 (€181)). 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 Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02046+L87945 | Delayed 1:30 PM 1:15 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 7:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C01365 · W33877+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | Delayed 12:38 PM 1:18 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h10 | 7:28 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
| C01988+W68969 | 1:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h24 | 8:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25680+W68969 | Delayed 2:26 PM 1:37 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h00 | 7:37 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G80080+C14763 | Delayed 2:00 PM 1:45 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 7:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25680+L87962 | Delayed 2:26 PM 2:15 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h22 | 7:37 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02070+L87969 | 2:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h26 | 8:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02066+L87977 | 3:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 9:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| W34020+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | Delayed 2:38 PM 3:18 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 8:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W33999 · W34121+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | Delayed 2:57 PM 3:37 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h51 | 9:28 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
| W33999 · W34178+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | Delayed 2:57 PM 3:37 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h01 | 9:38 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
| G80091+L87985 | Delayed 4:00 PM 3:45 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h26 | 9:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C01989+L87994 | On time 4:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 10:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G80097+L88003 | Delayed 5:00 PM 4:45 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 10:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| L88013+C02062 | 5:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h54 | 11:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25688+W68957 | Delayed 6:20 PM 5:37 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h22 | 11:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02033+L87750 | On time 5:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h35 | 11:20 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25688 | On time 6:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h41 | 11:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34259+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 5:40 PM 6:20 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h45 | 12:05 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| C02056+L87787 | Delayed 7:20 PM 7:15 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h23 | 1:38 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G08175+L87758 | 6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h10 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02002+W69143 | 6:06 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h55 | 12:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G08180+L87776 | 6:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 12:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02015+W68894 | 7:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h54 | 1:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25682+L87785 | 7:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h31 | 12:46 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G08186+L87797 | 7:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+L87815 | 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 2:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34039+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 8:18 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 1:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G80049+L87838 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h11 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C01942+L87845 | 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 3:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W33970+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 9:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h16 | 2:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+C01362 · W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 9:20 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h03 | 3:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
| G80055+L87861 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G25697+L87875 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h30 | 3:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W33973+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 10:18 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G80061+L87890 | 10:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 4:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02007+L87904 | 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 5:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34172+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:16 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h18 | 4:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34160 · W34165+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:36 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h48 | 5:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
| G80067+L87922 | 11:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 5:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02014+L87930 | 12:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W34063+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 12:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h12 | 5:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G80073+L87938 | 12:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 6:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W33889+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 1:13 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 6:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| C02046+L87945 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 7:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+C01365 · W33877+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 1:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h10 | 7:28 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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