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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and London takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is an hourly train service from Scotland to London. 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 8m
Duration
398 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scotland to London train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and London. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:40 PM which arrives into London at 7:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    train train 6h 30m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 45m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    train train 4h 44m • Direct
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    train train 4h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 50m • Direct
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    train train 4h 43m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    train train 4h 44m • Direct
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    train train 4h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 50m • Direct
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    train train 4h 43m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    train train 4h 44m • Direct
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    train train 4h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 50m • Direct
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    train train 4h 43m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland to London? 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 Scotland to London.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 398.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Scotland and London, 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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