The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Glasgow Central (GLC) every day 5 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 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 556 km
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£117 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:21 London Victoria (VIC) | 6h13 | 13:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:59 London Victoria (VIC) | 7h00 | 14:59 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:17 London Victoria (VIC) | 5h50 | 14:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:29 London Victoria (VIC) | 6h01 | 14:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:59 London Victoria (VIC) | 6h17 | 22:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 18:01. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 18:01 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, LNER, Lumo from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, LNER, Lumo trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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