What are the departure and arrival points in London and in Glasgow?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Glasgow: Flights from London to Glasgow most often leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.

Which travel companies can take me from London to Glasgow?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from London to Glasgow: You can travel from London to Glasgow by bus with Megabus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $46 (€41) with Megabus from London to Glasgow. You can travel by plane from London to Glasgow with easyJet, and you can find easyJet London to Glasgow tickets for $136 (€122) on Omio.

Can I find a direct route from London to Glasgow?

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Glasgow with the following travel companies: Direct buses with FlixBus, National Express or Megabus with 4 direct buses per day. Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Glasgow as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from London to Glasgow.

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from London to Glasgow

How to get from London to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from London to Glasgow is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Travel Information between London and Glasgow

	Distance	344 miles (555 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus or flight
	Ticket price range	$46 - $136
	Cheapest mode	Bus • $46 (€41) • 8 h 40 min
	Fastest mode	Flight • $136 (€122) • 1 h 30 min
	Popular travel companies	Megabus or easyJet

Travel 344 miles (555 km) by bus or flight to Glasgow from London. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 30 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $46 (€41). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Megabus or easyJet among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or flight from London to Glasgow.

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.

How to get from London to Glasgow

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from London to Glasgow, 57,94% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from London to Glasgow and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next travel to Glasgow from London 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 London - Glasgow 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.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Cheapest Price: $56

British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia.

Cheapest Price: $72

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.

Cheapest Price: $56

FAQs: Travel from London to Glasgow

FAQs: 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.

There are 2 options to travel between London and Glasgow including taking a bus or flight.

The cheapest way to go to Glasgow from London is by taking a bus, which costs on average $46 (€41).

This is compared to other ways of getting from London to Glasgow:

Taking a bus costs $90 (€81) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $136 (€122).

The fastest way from London to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 30 min.

There are alternative travel options to Glasgow that take longer:

Bus takes 8 h 40 min on average.

The distance from London to Glasgow is approximately 344 miles (555 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Glasgow is:

4 buses a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Glasgow as scheduled services by bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Glasgow:

Flights from London to Glasgow most often leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from London to Glasgow:

You can travel from London to Glasgow by bus with Megabus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $46 (€41) with Megabus from London to Glasgow.
You can travel by plane from London to Glasgow with easyJet, and you can find easyJet London to Glasgow tickets for $136 (€122) on Omio.

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Glasgow with the following travel companies:

Direct buses with FlixBus, National Express or Megabus with 4 direct buses per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Glasgow as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from London to Glasgow.

Looking to extend your trip from London to Glasgow? Many Omio customers who go from London to Glasgow usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Edinburgh, Manchester or Birmingham. If you're looking to explore Edinburgh, Manchester or Birmingham from Glasgow, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.

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