Paisley to London train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Sept

Cheapest price on 04 Sept

£94

Average ticket price on 04 Sept

£125

Fastest journey on 04 Sept

5 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 04 Sept

5 h 11 m

Trains on 04 Sept

14

Distance

558 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Paisley to London will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.

Fast trains

To travel from Paisley to London you need to make at least one change.

  • ScotrailW68643 · L87776+London North Eastern RailwayG08180
    5:576h20
    Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    12:17London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £941One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33903 · W34095+ScotrailW68185
    7:036h06
    Hawkhead (HKH)
    13:09London Euston (EUS)
    £1001One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34181+ScotrailW68643
    5:575h15
    Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    11:12London Euston (EUS)
    £1001One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33903 · W34095+ScotrailW68185
    7:016h08
    Paisley Canal (PCN)
    13:09London Euston (EUS)
    £1001One-way
    2 changes
  • ScotrailW68194 · L88238+London North Eastern RailwayC01942
    8:017h00
    Paisley Canal (PCN)
    15:01London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £1251One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Paisley to London

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paisley to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 558 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Flight
Driving

£63

Average Price

£24

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£110

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 25m

Average total duration

4h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 29m

Average total duration

9h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Megabus

Most popular bus company

British Airways

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paisley to London is a flight with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Paisley to London:

A flight is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Paisley to London costing on average £24.

A flight is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paisley to London costing on average £63.

The fastest way to travel from Paisley to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 55m.

Coach takes on average 9h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paisley and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 25m faster (4h 55m by train vs 7h 20m by car) and roughly £47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£63 vs £110). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Paisley to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Paisley to London trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailW68643 · L87776+London North Eastern RailwayG081805:57 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
6h20
12:17 London Kings Cross (KGX)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34181+ScotrailW686435:57 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h15
11:12 London Euston (EUS)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34028+ScotrailW681857:01 Paisley Canal (PCN)
5h11
12:12 London Euston (EUS)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33903 · W34095+ScotrailW681857:01 Paisley Canal (PCN)
6h08
13:09 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33903 · W34095+ScotrailW681857:03 Hawkhead (HKH)
6h06
13:09 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34028+ScotrailW681857:03 Hawkhead (HKH)
5h09
12:12 London Euston (EUS)1 change
ScotrailW68190 · L88234+London North Eastern RailwayC020067:31 Paisley Canal (PCN)
6h31
14:02 London Kings Cross (KGX)2 changes
ScotrailW68190 · L88234+London North Eastern RailwayC020067:33 Hawkhead (HKH)
6h29
14:02 London Kings Cross (KGX)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34039+ScotrailW681948:01 Paisley Canal (PCN)
5h11
13:12 London Euston (EUS)1 change
ScotrailW68194 · L88238+London North Eastern RailwayC019428:01 Paisley Canal (PCN)
7h00
15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX)2 changes
ScotrailW68194 · L87838+London North Eastern RailwayG80049+BusBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:01 Paisley Canal (PCN)
6h10
14:11 London Kings Cross (KGX)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34039+ScotrailW681948:03 Hawkhead (HKH)
5h09
13:12 London Euston (EUS)1 change
ScotrailW68194 · L88238+London North Eastern RailwayC019428:03 Hawkhead (HKH)
6h58
15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX)2 changes
ScotrailW68194 · L87838+London North Eastern RailwayG80049+BusBus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:03 Hawkhead (HKH)
6h08
14:11 London Kings Cross (KGX)3 changes

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Avanti West Coast as well as ScotRail offer trains services from Paisley to London.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Paisley to London?

The best time to book your train from Paisley to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Paisley to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Paisley to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Paisley to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Paisley to London

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Trains from Paisley to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 558 km distance in 5h 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Distance
558 km
Average train duration
4h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
5h 9m
First train
5:23
Last train
23:45
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Paisley to London trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and London from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£45
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£98
ScotRail frequency
10 a day

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Paisley to London trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and London from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£45
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£98
ScotRail frequency
10 a day

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Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

FAQs: Paisley to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Paisley to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Paisley to London covers a distance of 558 km and takes approximately 5h 9m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Paisley to London is 558 km.
The first train from Paisley to London leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Paisley to London departs at 23:45.
Trains from Paisley to London run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paisley to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paisley to London.
To get from Paisley to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Paisley to London.
The train station in Paisley that goes to London is Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG), and it arrives at London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from Paisley to London is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Paisley to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Paisley to London offers varied scenery, showcasing the picturesque countryside of southern Scotland and northern England. Passengers can enjoy views of rolling hills, quaint villages, and lush landscapes, making parts of the route quite scenic.
A day trip from Paisley to London is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 9m. Trains run 7 times per day, covering a distance of 558 km.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Paisley to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and London

Most Paisley to London trains use the Paisley Gilmour Street to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Paisley and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Paisley
Arrival train stations in London

Which Paisley station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Paisley to London leave from Paisley Gilmour Street. The station is 2 km from Paisley city centre at Paisley Gilmour Street station, County Square, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 1BS.
HawkheadHawkhead station, Seedhill Road, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 7BBParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hawkhead from Paisley city centre

Hawkhead is 2 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPaisley Canal - Glasgow Central · 2m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus10, 10A · 18m · £6 · every ~2 min

Hawkhead train station facilities and services

Hawkhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Hawkhead.

Tickets and information

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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hawkhead: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Hawkhead: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hawkhead: 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 single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.

Paisley CanalPaisley Canal station, Causeyside Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA2 6SZParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Paisley Canal from Paisley city centre

Paisley Canal is 1 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus26 · 7m · £6 · every ~21 min

Paisley Canal train station facilities and services

Paisley Canal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Paisley Canal.

Tickets and information

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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paisley Canal: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Paisley Canal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Canal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This station has step-free access to single platform, 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: No.

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