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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£85
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£96
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
6 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
6 h 17 m
Trains on 17 Oct
7
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) you need to make at least one change.
Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
G25705+
L882619:376h32London Waterloo (WAT)16:09Glasgow Central (GLC)£851One-way2 changes- Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G25705+C14768+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:376h31London Waterloo (WAT)16:08Glasgow Central (GLC)£851One-way3 changes - Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
G80214+L871138:526h10London Waterloo (WAT)15:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£911One-way2 changes - Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+C01937+C14761+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:256h26London Waterloo (WAT)14:51Glasgow Central (GLC)£971One-way3 changes
W33379+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston8:486h12London Waterloo (WAT)15:00Glasgow Central (GLC)£1031One-way1 change
- W33738+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston9:546h10London Waterloo (WAT)16:04Glasgow Central (GLC)£1031One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80214+L871138:526h10London Waterloo (WAT)15:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£911One-way2 changes
- W33379+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston8:486h12London Waterloo (WAT)15:00Glasgow Central (GLC)£1031One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+C01937+C14761+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:256h26London Waterloo (WAT)14:51Glasgow Central (GLC)£971One-way3 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80218+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+C147669:256h28London Waterloo (WAT)15:53Glasgow Central (GLC)£1071One-way3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 13:55 |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ C04574+ G00693 | 23:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 8h19 | 7:24 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C04574 | On time 23:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 8h25 | 7:30 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 17 October | |||||
| C01937+C14761+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h26 | 14:51 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W33379+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h12 | 15:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G80214+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L87113 | 8:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h10 | 15:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| G80218+C14766+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 9:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h28 | 15:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| G25705+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+C14768+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h31 | 16:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| G25705+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L88261 | 9:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h32 | 16:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W33738+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 6h10 | 16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the London Kings Cross to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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