The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 556 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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.
7:156h25Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:40London Waterloo (WAT)£811One-way0 changes
9:005h49Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:49London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way0 changes
9:005h49Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:49London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way0 changes
7:156h25Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:40London Waterloo (WAT)£811One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 556 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h25 | 13:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h49 | 14:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 10:36. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 10:36 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £19. 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 Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
