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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rutherglen to London
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Oct
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£112
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£112
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
6 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
6 h 29 m
Trains on 05 Oct
1
Distance
551 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rutherglen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rutherglen to London will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
Fast trains
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 1 trains from Rutherglen to London, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 551 km distance in an average of 6 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.
9:336h29Rutherglen16:02London£1121One-way0 changes
- 9:336h29Rutherglen16:02London£1121One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherglen to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Rutherglen to London and enjoy the approximately 551 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:17.
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
Distance 551 km |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:17 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 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.
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Live departures
Rutherglen to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Rutherglen to London trains for tomorrow, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 Rutherglen | 6h29 | 16:02 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Average ScotRail Duration
4h 48m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£95
ScotRail frequency
10 a day
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Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Average meal costs
- 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.
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- Day pass
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- Travel time
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FAQs: Rutherglen to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherglen 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.
The train distance from Rutherglen to London is 551 km.
The first train from Rutherglen to London leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Rutherglen to London departs at 23:17.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rutherglen to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rutherglen to London.
There is no night train service from Rutherglen to London.
The train station in Rutherglen that goes to London is Rutherglen station (RUT), and it arrives at London Euston (EUS).
Booking trains from Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen to London offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling countryside of northern England. Passengers can enjoy views of lush greenery, quaint villages, and occasionally catch a glimpse of historic landmarks along the route.
Yes, you can take the train from Rutherglen to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rutherglen and London
Most Rutherglen to London trains use the Rutherglen to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Euston. Use this guide to compare Rutherglen and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Rutherglen
Arrival train stations in London
Which Rutherglen station do trains to London leave from?
Trains from Rutherglen to London leave from Rutherglen. The station is from Rutherglen city centre at Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 1DS, UK.
RutherglenRutherglen, Glasgow G73 1DS, UK
Rutherglen train station facilities and services
Rutherglen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rutherglen.
Bike and car services
Available at Rutherglen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rutherglen.
CroftfootCrooftfoot station, Kings Park Avenue, Croftfoot, South Lanarkshire, G42 1AA
City-centre transport
Getting to Croftfoot from Rutherglen city centre
Croftfoot is 1 km from Rutherglen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus7A · 5m · £2 · every ~5 min
7A · 7m · £2 · every ~5 min
M2 · 15m
Croftfoot train station facilities and services
Croftfoot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Croftfoot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Croftfoot. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Croftfoot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Croftfoot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Croftfoot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up to Island 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.
BurnsideBurnside station, Burnside Road, Burnside, South Lanarkshire, G73 3SA
City-centre transport
Getting to Burnside from Rutherglen city centre
Burnside is 1 km from Rutherglen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus18, 18A, N18 · 7m · £2 · every ~14 min
14 · 11m · £6 · every ~2 min
Burnside train station facilities and services
Burnside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnside. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Burnside: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to Island 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.
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £13 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London EustonEuston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
BusN5 · 10m · £2 · every ~3 min
N279, 29, N29 · 16m · £2 · every ~34 min
91, N91 · 21m · £10 · every ~28 min
SubwayNorthern · 7m · £2 · every ~86 min
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Queens Park (London)Queens Park station, Salusbury Road, West Kilburn, Greater London, NW6 6NL
City-centre transport
Getting to Queens Park (London) from London city centre
Queens Park (London) is 6 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Euston - Watford Junction, London Euston - Willesden Junction Low Level · 9m · £4 · every ~8 min
London Euston - Watford Junction, London Euston - Willesden Junction Low Level · 9m · £4 · every ~8 min
Bus6 · 41m · £2 · every ~29 min
SubwayBakerloo · 22m · £6 · every ~65 min
Queens Park (London) train station facilities and services
Queens Park (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Queens Park (London). ATMs are available at Queens Park (London).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Queens Park (London): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Queens Park (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This station does not have step-free access, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including daily and weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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