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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Ilford takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Ilford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 46m
Duration
409 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston
5h 9m
£98–226

Glasgow to Ilford train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Ilford at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)11h 46m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)8h 25m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Elizabeth Line (TfL)5h 18m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Ilford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Ilford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 408.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Ilford, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £130–220 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.

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