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Outbound fromLondon Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central by train
| First train | 21:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:05 | |
| Departure station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Arrival station | Glasgow Central | |
| Journey time | From 11h 17m | |
| Distance | 345 miles (555 km) | |
| Changes | 5 changes | |
| Price | From £43 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink |
Taking the train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central in 11 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 17 minutes to travel the 345 miles (555 km) from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 5 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Glasgow Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £43.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Glasgow Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What's the fastest journey time between London Liverpool Street and Glasgow Central by train?
The fastest journey time by train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central is 11 hours and 17 minutes.
How much does the train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central cost?
Train ticket prices from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central?
No, there are no direct train services from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central. Travelling from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central by train will require a minimum of 5 changes.
What time does the first train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central leave?
The first train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central leaves at 21:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central leave?
The last train from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central leaves at 21:05. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between London Liverpool Street and Glasgow Central by train?
Trains travelling from London Liverpool Street to Glasgow Central cover a distance of around 345 miles (555 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Glasgow Central to London Liverpool Street.
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