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Glasgow to London Waterloo East Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow to London Waterloo East? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £30.90, with average prices for this route around £38.20.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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14:00
Glasgow Queen Street
20:39
London Waterloo East
6h 39m, Changes requiredScotRailLNERSoutheastern
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14:01
Glasgow Central
20:37
London Waterloo East
6h 36m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastSoutheastern
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14:15
Glasgow Queen Street
21:07
London Waterloo East
6h 52m, Changes requiredScotRailLumo
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14:30
Glasgow Queen Street
20:46
London Waterloo East
6h 16m, Changes requiredScotRailLNER
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14:34
Glasgow Central
21:00
London Waterloo East
6h 26m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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15:00
Glasgow Queen Street
21:39
Paris
6h 39m, Changes requiredScotRailLNERSoutheastern
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Glasgow to London Waterloo East Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:56
Last train
Last train
23:15
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo East
Journey time
Journey time
6h 16m
Distance
Distance
346 miles
Price
Price
£30.90*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to London Waterloo East

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between Glasgow and London Waterloo East, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow to London Waterloo East can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow to London Waterloo East for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Glasgow to London Waterloo East, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to London Waterloo East ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Glasgow to London Waterloo East train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.