Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Nov
Cheapest price on 15 Nov
£131
Average ticket price on 15 Nov
£173
Fastest journey on 15 Nov
7 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 15 Nov
7 h 27 m
Trains on 15 Nov
18
Distance
582 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.

Fast trains

To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayW34990+CrossCountryG00871+Avanti West CoastW33376+West Midlands TrainsC17999
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35001+CrossCountryG00884+Avanti West CoastW33377+West Midlands TrainsC17894
    3 changes
  • CrossCountryG00863+Avanti West CoastW33378
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00867+Transpennine ExpressW85195+Avanti West CoastW33375
    2 changes
  • CrossCountryG00860+Transpennine ExpressW85189+Avanti West CoastW33373
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £54 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 582 km distance in 5h 59m.

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 £54
Distance
582 km
Average train duration
6h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£62
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
5h 59m
First train
3:52
Last train
20:30
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £54

Frequently asked questions about your Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

The cost of a train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £161.
The train journey from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) covers a distance of 582 km and takes approximately 5h 59m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is 582 km.
The first train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) leaves at 3:52.
The last train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) departs at 20:30.
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run approximately 9 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

Live departures

Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL78745+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33515
On time
5:57 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h11
13:08 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL78745+CrossCountryG00850+Avanti West CoastC01370
On time
5:57 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h21
13:18 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00850+Avanti West CoastC01370
On time
6:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h03
13:18 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80484+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33533
On time
7:00 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h01
14:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00852+Avanti West CoastW33753+Transpennine ExpressW85181
On time
7:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h24
14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00852+Great Western RailwayW34463+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33533
On time
7:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
6h46
14:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
3 changes
CrossCountryG00852+Avanti West CoastW33753+Transpennine ExpressW85181
On time
7:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h24
14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80188+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33379
On time
8:00 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h00
15:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00856+Great Western RailwayC42288+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33379
On time
8:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
6h45
15:00 Glasgow Central (GLC)
3 changes
CrossCountryG00856+Avanti West CoastC01371
On time
8:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h03
15:18 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80192+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33738
On time
8:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h05
16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC42257+CrossCountryG01070+Avanti West CoastC01373
On time
9:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
8h10
17:20 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00859+Great Western RailwayY15273+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33738
On time
9:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
6h49
16:04 Glasgow Central (GLC)
3 changes
CrossCountryG00859+Avanti West CoastW33799+Transpennine ExpressW85190
On time
9:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h27
16:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00859+Avanti West CoastW33799+Transpennine ExpressW85190
On time
9:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h27
16:42 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80198+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33773
On time
10:00 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h01
17:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00862+Great Western RailwayC42148+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33773
On time
10:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
6h46
17:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
3 changes
CrossCountryG00862+Avanti West CoastC01373
On time
10:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h05
17:20 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80204+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33793
On time
11:00 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h01
18:01 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00868+Avanti West CoastW33797+Transpennine ExpressW85194
On time
11:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h24
18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00868+Avanti West CoastW33797+Transpennine ExpressW85194
On time
11:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h24
18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80210+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33395
On time
11:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h10
19:09 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00873+Great Western RailwayW34543+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33395
On time
12:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
6h54
19:09 Glasgow Central (GLC)
3 changes
CrossCountryG00873+Avanti West CoastW33795
On time
12:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h02
19:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80220+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33574
On time
12:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h04
20:03 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00881+Avanti West CoastW33798+Transpennine ExpressW85204
On time
13:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h23
20:38 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80230+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33543
On time
13:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h06
21:05 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00886+Avanti West CoastW33796
On time
14:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h07
21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC)
1 change
South Western RailwayL80240+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33717
On time
14:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h12
22:11 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00889+Northern RailG89059+Avanti West CoastW33709
On time
15:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h58
23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00889+Avanti West CoastW33794 · W33709
On time
15:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h58
23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00889+Avanti West CoastW33794 · W33709
On time
15:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h58
23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL80250+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33709
On time
15:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h14
23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC)
2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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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 59m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£62
Avanti West Coast frequency
8 a day
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
6h 52m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£143
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton Central (SOU) and Glasgow Central (GLC)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
There is no night train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) 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.

FAQs
Booking trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Glasgow Central (GLC)

Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Southampton Central to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Southampton
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Southampton CentralSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min

Southampton Central train station facilities and services

Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Most popular trains to and from Glasgow Central (GLC) and Southampton Central (SOU)

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