The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
552 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Wed, Jun 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 552 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 26 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 6 h 26 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.
10:03 AM6h26London Paddington (PAD)4:29 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$561One-way0 transfers
10:03 AM6h26London Paddington (PAD)4:29 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 342 miles (552 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $65 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $65 (€53).
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average $105 (€85).
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
The journey is about 53m faster (5h 52m by train vs 6h 45m by car) and roughly $117 (€95) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($105 (€85) vs $222 (€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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 13:02. The fastest train covers the 342 miles (552 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 342 miles (552 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 1:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from $26 (€21). 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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