There currently is one option to travel by night train from Glasgow (United Kingdom) to London (United Kingdom), taking between approximately 8 and 10 hours: Namely the Lowlander SB (G) operated by Caledonian Sleeper.
With the Caledonian Sleeper, travelers can comfortably journey overnight from London to Scotland. It offers sleeper cars for higher comfort as well as more economical seating options. The operator serves two main routes: the Lowlander trains to Glasgow and Edinburgh, while the Highlander trains serve more northern destinations such as Aberdeen, Inverness, and Fort William.
The train offers three types of sleeper compartments: Classic Room (entry-level with bunk beds and washbasin), Club Room (like Classic, but with private toilet and shower) and Caledonian Double (luxury class with double bed and private bathroom). For those who want to travel at lower cost, seating cars are also available.
Yes, the Club Car is a full-service restaurant car. You can dine there in the evening and have breakfast in the morning. Choices range from snacks to the traditional Scottish breakfast with eggs, bacon, baked beans, haggis, and black pudding. Club Room and Caledonian Double passengers have priority access when space is limited.
Yes, in the Classic Room, adjacent compartments can be connected by a connecting door to form a sort of suite. This is particularly convenient for families with children. Additionally, each part of the train typically includes an accessible sleeper car with wheelchair-friendly compartments.
For smaller budgets, the train also includes seating cars, which provide an economical alternative to the sleeper cars. Tickets are available from less than 100 euros. The seating cars also offer space for bicycles.
The sanitary facilities vary depending on the compartment type. Classic Rooms have a washbasin in the compartment, while toilets can be found at the end of the car. Club Rooms and Caledonian Doubles offer the additional comfort of a private bathroom with toilet and shower. For guests with reduced mobility, each section of the train includes accessible compartments with appropriately equipped sanitary facilities.