First train | 09:11 | |
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Last train | 18:27 | |
Departure station | Port Glasgow | |
Arrival station | London Kings Cross | |
Journey time | From 6h 31m | |
Distance | 357 miles (574 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
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The train from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross usually takes 9 hours 43 minutes on average to travel 357 miles (574 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 31 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to London Kings Cross, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Port Glasgow and London Kings Cross is 9 hours and 43 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross is 6 hours and 31 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross. Travelling from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross leaves at 09:11. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross leaves at 18:27. 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.
Trains travelling from Port Glasgow to London Kings Cross cover a distance of around 357 miles (574 km) during the journey.
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