London Euston to Glasgow Central Trains From £48.70*

The journey from London Euston to Glasgow Central takes between five and a half hours to six hours with Avanti West Coast. On your journey, you'll travel west and then head north towards Scotland. You'll pass through the Midlands, Cumbria, and even the beautiful Lake District before crossing the Scottish Borders and thundering onto Glasgow Central.

Avanti West Coast primarily operates on the West Coast Mainline, reliably connecting major cities in England, Scotland, and Wales, like London, Glasgow, Manchester, and Cardiff.

Departing from London Euston

London Euston Station is located on Euston Road in the Borough of Camden, North London. If you’re coming in from another part of the UK, then it’s only half a mile from Kings Cross or St Pancras Stations and can be easily walked.

If you need to get to the station via public transport, however, then Euston Station’s London Underground services run on the Northern and Victoria lines. Plus, nearby Euston Square tube station serves the Circle, Metropolitan, and Hammersmith & City lines. What’s more, Euston Bus Station is close by, and there’s also a taxi rank at the front of the bus station.

Caledonian Sleeper, London North Western Railway, the London Overground, West Midlands Trains, and Avanti West Coast all run from London Euston. Key destinations from this station include Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, along with various locations within London and the West Midlands, facilitating both regional and long-distance travel.

Main stops

When travelling from London Euston to Glasgow Central, there are seven stops along the route. These stops are Crewe, Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, Preston, Lancaster, Oxenholme Lake District, and Carlisle.

Buying cheap train tickets is simple if you follow these steps: get a Railcard for discounts, use platforms like TrainPal to find the lowest fares, and book in advance to secure the best deals.

Arriving at Glasgow Central

Glasgow Central is the third busiest railway station in Britain, behind only Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly. Still, despite being so busy, it’s easy to depart from and it places you in an excellent position to get around the rest of Glasgow.

For example, taxis are available opposite the Gordon Street exit of the station, and buses also operate along Hope Street. There’s even a shuttle bus that runs every ten minutes directly to Glasgow Airport. If you’re interested in history, there are tons of museums located right next to the station. For railway enthusiasts, try the Glasgow Central Station walking tour and learn everything there is to know about Scotland’s most widely used station. Alternatively, the Glasgow Gallery of Photography, the Gallery of Modern Art, and the Glasgow Police Museum are near, too.

Glasgow Central is a major railway hub hosting operators like ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, and TransPennine Express, offering a range of services that include regional connections across Scotland and long-distance routes to major cities in England, such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester.

Avanti West Coast train classes

• Standard Class: Avanti West Coast’s standard class offers walk-through carriages, air-conditioning, and charging plugs for your devices.
• Standard Premium Class: This class offers guaranteed tables, plug sockets at every window seat, as well as more spacious seats for added comfort.
• First Class: A London Euston to Glasgow Central First-Class ticket with Avanti West Coast gives you access to more legroom, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, complimentary food and drink, and First-Class lounge access.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

• Luggage: The luggage allowance includes up to three items, with two larger pieces and one smaller bag permitted. Luggage shouldn’t exceed 30 x 70 x 90 centimetres. Storage is available in the racks and above your seat.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free, with dogs required to be on a lead and other animals in carriers, and there is a maximum of two pets allowed per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but you must book a space before you travel, as space is limited. Unbooked bikes, motorcycles, tricycles, and e-scooters are not allowed.
• Children: Children under 5 can travel for free, while those aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets, and the Family & Friends Railcard offers up to one-third off family ticket costs.
• Passenger assist: Assist with boarding and alighting trains, book wheelchair space and seating, offer comprehensive rail information, and help with animals or pets.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.