Best option from Glasgow to London: Flight — both the fastest and the cheapest, about 1h 10min – 1h 30min, from €23. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): EasyJet, FlixBus, British Airways; main departure point: Glasgow Airport UK.
There are 3 ways to get from Glasgow to London
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | Train | Glasgow Central | €62 | 9 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Glasgow Bus Station | €30 | 14 |
| National Express | Bus | Glasgow Bus Station | €39 | 4 |
| EasyJet | Flight | Glasgow Airport UK | €23 | 19 |
| Jet2 | Flight | Glasgow Airport UK | €112 | 3 |
| British Airways | Flight | Glasgow Airport UK | €195 | 12 |
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Practical tips
Walk-up train fares are the costliest option. Advance tickets are tied to a specific train but are much cheaper, and they are released ahead of time. Book as soon as your plans are fixed, and avoid Anytime tickets unless you need flexibility.
Trains from Glasgow arrive at London Euston, while coaches usually arrive at Victoria Coach Station. These are different parts of the city, so check your ticket and plan your onward Tube or bus route before you travel.
London has several airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, and each is in a different direction from the centre. Look at the arrival airport and terminal before you pay, and consider how you will get into the city.
If you are on a tight budget, an overnight coach saves a night of accommodation. Bring a neck pillow, a layer for the air conditioning, snacks and a charged phone, and keep your valuables with you.
Bank holidays, Friday evenings and summer weekends fill up quickly on all modes. If your dates are flexible, travel midweek or at quieter hours, and secure your e-ticket early so you are not left with only the priciest options.
The journey experience
Glasgow to London is the classic Scotland-to-England leg, and the best choice depends on what you value most: speed, price or a night of accommodation saved. The comparison table on this page puts train, flight and coach side by side on duration and price range, so you can decide in seconds instead of juggling a dozen browser tabs.
The train runs from the centre of Glasgow to London Euston. It is comfortable and has luggage space and plug sockets, and you skip airport security entirely. Operators such as Avanti West Coast serve this line. Flying is the quickest on paper, but remember to factor in the transfers to and from the airports at both ends. The coach, run by operators like Megabus and National Express, is the cheapest way to travel. Many services run overnight, which can replace a night in a hostel, although the seats are less roomy than on a train.
British fares change a lot with the day, the hour and how early you book, so reserve ahead whenever you can. For trains, look for Advance tickets rather than paying the walk-up fare on the day. Before you leave, check which London station, airport or terminal your ticket mentions. Trains arrive at Euston and coaches usually at Victoria Coach Station, and both are well connected by the Tube. Bank holidays and summer weekends sell out, but a booking made early with an instant e-ticket keeps things simple.
Frequently asked questions — Glasgow → London
It depends on your priorities. The train takes about 4 h 35 to 4 h 40 and is more comfortable, with a central London arrival at Euston. The coach takes around 9 to 10 hours but costs much less, and overnight services can save you a night of accommodation. Choose the train for time, the coach for budget.
Coach tickets start from €30 and typically go up to €37. Flights start from €23 and typically reach €43. Train tickets start from €62 and are typically up to €74. Booking early is the best way to get the lowest price, especially for the train, where walk-up fares are the most expensive.
The flight is the quickest, at about 1 h 10 to 1 h 30 in the air. The train takes about 4 h 35 to 4 h 40 from city centre to city centre. The coach is the slowest, at around 9 to 10 hours. For flights, add time for airport transfers and security on both sides.
For most travellers the train is the best balance, at about 4 h 35 to 4 h 40, city centre to city centre, from €62. The flight suits you if speed matters and you found a low fare from €23. The coach, from €30, is the best pick for a tight budget or an overnight trip.
Trains arrive at London Euston, and coaches usually at Victoria Coach Station, both with Tube connections. Flights land at one of London's airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Luton, depending on the airline. Each has train, Tube or coach links into the city, so check your arrival airport before booking.
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