London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train

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Cheap train tickets and timesLondon Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) start from £99 with an average ticket price of £127.

£99
Cheapest Price
£127
Average Price
5 h 5 m
Fastest Journey
5 h 34 m
Average
3
Trains per day
556 km
Distance

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Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

distanceDistance344 miles
durationAverage train duration5 h 5 min
priceAverage train ticket price£109 (€124)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast

Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) cover the 344 miles long route taking on average 5 h 5 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £109, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £42.

Train companies: Virgin Trains trains London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

You can travel by train between London Waterloo (WAT) and Glasgow Central (GLC) with Virgin Trains for as low as £47. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 7 min
  • Cheapest Price: £47

FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
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Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is £109; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is on average 5 h 5 min   for the 344 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 06: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 15: 55.
For the best London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Glasgow Central (GLC) from London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach, train or flight.

Trains departing from London Waterloo

Distance from London Waterloo to city center
Distance from London Waterloo to city center
1.2 miles (2 km)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
ATM
ATM
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Dining
Dining
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis Budget | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Yes - from information point, Yes - from ticket office | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Accessibility
Accessibility
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

Trains arriving to Glasgow Central

Distance from Glasgow Central to city center
Distance from Glasgow Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.7 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 09: 15 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
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.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Glasgow International Airport
8 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
You can take the 500 Airport Express shuttle bus, running every 10 minutes directly to the airport. The journey lasts about 20 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
There is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Lockers
Lockers
Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Krispy Kreme | Gordon St Coffee | Starbucks | Upper Crust | The Beer House | Patisserie Valerie | Alston Bar & Beef
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
SIXT | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

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