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4.6Travel Information between London and Glasgow
 Distance | 344 miles (555 km) |
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 Available travel modes | Bus, train or flight |
 Ticket price range | $23 - $79 |
 Cheapest mode | Bus • $23 (€21) • 8 h |
 Fastest mode | Flight • $52 (€47) • 1 h 15 min |
 Popular travel companies | Megabus, easyJet or Avanti West Coast |
Take a bus, train or flight to travel 344 miles (555 km) to Glasgow from London. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Megabus, easyJet or Avanti West Coast among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from London to Glasgow.
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How to travel from London to Glasgow
The route from London to Glasgow is one of the most popular in the UK. Travelers can make the trip between the two cities by train, bus, or flight. The average travel time from London to Glasgow ranges between one hour and 20 minutes to nine hours and 24 minutes depending on the mode of transport chosen. There are daily connections with each of the different means of transport to Glasgow from London.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Glasgow?
The cheapest way to travel from London to Glasgow is by bus. This service is offered by two main carriers, National Express and Megabus. The distance covered by bus from London to Glasgow is 345 miles, translating to an average travel time of nine hours and 24 minutes. The fastest bus on this route makes the trip in eight hours and 15 minutes. Most trips on this route are direct connections, offering travelers a non-stop journey. Long-distance buses, on the other hand, have a maximum of one transfer along the way at Carlisle or Birmingham. Buses depart from the London Victoria coach station and arrive at Buchanan coach station in Glasgow.
What is the fastest way to travel from London to Glasgow?
The fastest way to travel from London to Glasgow is by flight. This trip takes one hour and 15 minutes, making it convenient for business travelers with tight schedules. There are 13 daily flight schedules for the trip from London to Glasgow. These flights depart at different times throughout the day. When considering airport transfer and check-in time, flights from London to Glasgow take up to four hours. Airlines that operate flights from London to Glasgow include Flybe, KLM, British Airways, and easyJet. The departure points for flights to Glasgow from London are Gatwick, Stansted, Heathrow, Luton, and City airports. The different flights on this route drop off passengers at Glasgow International Airport.
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Travel from London to Glasgow by train
The journey by train from London to Glasgow features scenic views of the UK landscape. Train companies operating on the route include Virgin Trains, Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway, and First Transpennine Express. Among them, they offer 13 direct train schedules from London to Glasgow. The average travel time to Glasgow from London is five hours and 23 minutes. The fastest train on this route takes four hours and 40 minutes. Trains from Glasgow to London feature first and second class cabins to suit different travelers and budgets. Passengers on first-class cabins enjoy complimentary meals during the journey. Trains depart from London Euston and King's Cross stations and arrive at the Glasgow Central railway station. This station is at the heart of the city center and within walking distance to bus stops in case further connections are needed.
Travel from London to Glasgow by bus
There are seven daily departures by bus from London to Glasgow. The first bus leaves London in the morning while the last one leaves late at night, taking an average travel time of eight hours and 15 minutes. London to Glasgow buses boasts free WiFi and individual power outlets to help keep devices charged and keep travelers entertained throughout the trip. Travelers who wish to rest during the trip will enjoy comfortable adjustable seats with enough legroom to stretch out. Buses depart from the London Victoria coach station and arrive at Buchanan coach station in Glasgow. The arrival bus station is located within the city center.
Travel from London to Glasgow by plane
Flights from London to Glasgow take one hour and 15 minutes to arrive at their destination. The first flight leaves London early in the morning with the rest of the flights spread out throughout the day. Long-distance flights with stops can take more than 15 hours to get travelers to the destination depending on the route they take and the layover time. Flights from London have different departure points, including Gatwick, Stansted, Heathrow, Luton and City airports. These flights arrive at the Glasgow International Airport which is 6.8 miles from the city center. The arrival airport is well connected by public transport which takes approximately 25 minutes to the city center.
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Travel to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Glasgow.
You can get to Glasgow from London 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.
The cheapest way to go to Glasgow from London is by taking a bus, which costs on average $23 (€21).
This is compared to other ways of getting from London to Glasgow:
A bus is $29 (€26) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $52 (€47) from London to Glasgow.
Taking a bus costs $56 (€51) less than taking a train, which costs on average $79 (€72) for the same trip.
The quickest way to travel to Glasgow from London is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 15 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Taking a bus requires on average 8 h of travel time.
Getting to Glasgow by train takes 4 h 30 min on average.
You should expect to travel around 344 miles (555 km) between London and Glasgow.
The average frequency per day from London to Glasgow is:
- 23 buses a day.
- Around 22 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from London to Glasgow as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Glasgow:
- Buses from London to Glasgow most often leave from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
- Flights mostly leave from London Gatwick Airport and tend to arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
- Trains from London to Glasgow most often leave from London Euston and arrive in Glasgow Central.
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from London to Glasgow:
- You can travel between London and Glasgow by bus with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $23 (€21) with National Express from London to Glasgow.
- You can take a flight from London to Glasgow with easyJet, British Airways or Cityflyer (British Airways 2). Cheap tickets can be found for $52 (€47) with easyJet from London to Glasgow.
- You can take a train from London to Glasgow with Avanti West Coast, LNER, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper or Northern Rail (3). Cheap tickets can be found for $79 (€72) with Avanti West Coast from London to Glasgow.
Yes, there are direct routes from London to Glasgow with the following travel companies:
- You'll find 19 direct buses a day to Glasgow with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink.
- You can find 21 direct flights per day to take to Glasgow with easyJet, British Airways or Cityflyer (British Airways 2).
- You'll find 4 direct trains a day to Glasgow with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper.
Direct services to Glasgow tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.
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