Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£114
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£203
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 7 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
578 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gleneagles (GLE) 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 Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 578 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 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 59 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.
C02029
C14651+
C01942
C14651+
C01942
L88094+
Y14762+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
C02029
C14651+
C01942
C14651+
C01942
L88094+
Y14762+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings CrossOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £183.
Distance: 578 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£132 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £183 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £132.
A coach is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £183.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 44m.
Coach takes on average 10h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14651+ C01942 | 9:10 Gleneagles (GLE) | 5h51 | 15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C02029 | 10:15 Gleneagles (GLE) | 5h47 | 16:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88094+ Y14762+ Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:21 Gleneagles (GLE) | 6h59 | 18:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 578 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 578 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 9:15 |
Last train 20:58 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gleneagles (GLE) 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.

Most Gleneagles (GLE) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Gleneagles to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Gleneagles (GLE) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gleneagles is 2 km from Auchterarder city centre. Public transport options include:
Gleneagles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Gleneagles.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gleneagles: Parking, WC.
Available at Gleneagles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gleneagles: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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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