The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
52
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 52 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.
W34200+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross16:205h25Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)21:45London Kings Cross (KGX)£421One-way2 changes
W34195+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross17:105h42Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)22:52London Kings Cross (KGX)£421One-way2 changes
W34259+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross18:205h45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0:05London Kings Cross (KGX)£421One-way2 changes
W34050+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross14:145h23Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)19:37London Kings Cross (KGX)£441One-way2 changes
W34020+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross15:185h21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)20:39London Kings Cross (KGX)£441One-way2 changes
G08175+
L877576:005h10Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:10London Kings Cross (KGX)£1711One-way1 change
G80049+
L878389:005h11Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:11London Kings Cross (KGX)£1031One-way1 change
W34063+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central12:205h12Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)17:32London Kings Cross (KGX)£971One-way2 changes
W34039+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross8:185h14Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:32London Kings Cross (KGX)£671One-way2 changes
W34172+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central11:165h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)16:34London Kings Cross (KGX)£671One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 553 km
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£83 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02006+ L87815 | Delayed 8:30 8:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 14:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G80049+ L87838 | Delayed 9:00 9:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h11 | 14:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C01942+ L87845 | On time 9:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W33970+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 9:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h16 | 14:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ C01362 · W33894+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 9:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h03 | 15:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3 changes | |
G80055+ L87861 | Delayed 10:00 9:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 15:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G25697+ L87875 | Delayed 10:25 10:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h30 | 15:45 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W33973+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 10:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 15:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
G80061+ L87890 | 10:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 16:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02007+ L87904 | Delayed 11:30 11:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 17:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34172+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:16 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h18 | 16:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
G80067+ L87922 | Delayed 12:00 11:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 17:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02014+ L87930 | Delayed 12:30 12:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 18:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34063+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 12:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h12 | 17:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
G80073+ L87938 | 12:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 18:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W33889+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 13:13 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 18:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
C02046+ L87945 | Delayed 13:30 13:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 19:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G80080+ C14763 | Delayed 14:00 13:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 19:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G25680+ L87962 | Delayed 14:26 14:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h22 | 19:37 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02070+ L87969 | On time 14:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h26 | 20:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02066+ L87977 | 15:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 21:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34020+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 15:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 20:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
G80091+ L87985 | Delayed 16:00 15:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h26 | 21:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C01989+ L87994 | On time 16:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 22:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34200+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 16:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 21:45 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
G80097+ L88003 | Delayed 17:00 16:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 22:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34195+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 17:10 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h42 | 22:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
C02062+ L88013 | 17:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h54 | 23:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02033+ L87750 | On time 17:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h35 | 23:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G25688 | On time 18:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h01 | 0:19 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34259+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 18:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h45 | 0:05 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
C02056+ L87787 | Delayed 19:20 19:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h27 | 1:42 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
G08175+ L87757 | 6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h10 | 11:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02002+ W69143 | 6:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h55 | 12:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G08180+ L87774 | 6:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h32 | 12:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G25682+ L87785 | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h31 | 12:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02015+ L87785 | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 13:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G08186+ L87797 | 7:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h25 | 13:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02006+ L87815 | 8:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h47 | 14:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W34039+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 8:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h14 | 13:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
C01942+ W68979 | 8:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h23 | 15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
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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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and 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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