How to get from Glasgow to London by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to London is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 344 miles (555 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus |
Take a bus to travel 344 miles (555 km) between Glasgow and London. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this journey. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Glasgow to London.
Located approximately 640 kilometers apart the journey from Glasgow to London is most convenient by airplane for those traveling in the UK. On average flights take no longer than 2 hours 15 minutes with easy connections upon arrival in London. Traveling from Glasgow to London by bus offers flexible options for tighter budgets while trains run regularly with direct services starting in the early morning and running reliable schedules throughout the day.
Trains from Glasgow to London | Buses from Glasgow to London | Flights from Glasgow to London
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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€34 |
8:20 h |
2 Weeks Before |
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€77 |
4:32 h |
1 Day Before |
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€26 |
1:10 h |
2 Weeks Before |
Taking a flight is usually the cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to London when booking ahead of time. However, if you are booking last-minute, traveling from Glasgow to London by bus will likely be the cheapest option. Flights depart from Glasgow airport and arrive at one of London's Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, City or Luton airports. Airlines that travel directly from Glasgow to London include EasyJet, RyanAir, and British Airways.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to London is by taking a flight. A Glasgow to London flight usually requires only 1:10 h of flight time; however, when transport to and from the Glasgow and London airports are taken into consideration, the journey will take approximately 3 and a half hours. Approximately 30 direct flights travel from Glasgow to London every day.
Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Glasgow to London. Taking a flight is at least 7 hours faster than taking the bus and approximately an hour faster than taking the train when travel to and from London and Glasgow's airports is taken into consideration. Taking a flight is also €51 cheaper on average than traveling from Glasgow to London by train. Since flights traveling from Glasgow to London arrive at all of London's major airports it is easy to find a convenient flight no matter where your final destination is located in London.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $21 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next travel to London from Glasgow you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
National Express is the leading travel company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 travel a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express travel are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most travel are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Glasgow - London travel: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.
EasyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage.
You can get from Glasgow to London by bus.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 20 min.
You should expect to travel around 344 miles (555 km) between Glasgow and London.
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to London is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from Glasgow to London as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to London:
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Yes, there is a direct route available from Glasgow to London:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to London as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Glasgow and London.
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