The cheapest and fastest trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:11 PM3h10Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)3:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$381One-way0 transfers
12:11 PM3h10Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)3:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $433.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $661 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $646 (€529) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average $661 (€541).
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
Flight takes on average 4h 20m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.85 (€-12.98). The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 7:31 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Scotrail from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
