The average train between Scotland and Italy takes 28h 35m and the fastest train takes 25h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland to Italy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Scotland and Italy. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 2:34 PM which arrives into Italy at 5:30 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 28h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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31h 54m • 4 changes
Want to know about travelling from Scotland to Italy? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Italy. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Italy station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 35m.
Scotland to Italy train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Italy train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Book your Scotland to Italy train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Scotland and Italy is 1,971.7 km. The road distance is 2,576 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Roma Termini via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lyon Part Dieu, and Milano Centrale in around 20h 36m.