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Compare bus and train for East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $142.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is $106 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $175 (€143).
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 15m.
Tickets start at around $175 (€143) compared to roughly $108 (€89) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-66.78 (€-54.70). The journey takes 6h 46m versus 4h 54m 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.
Live departures
East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:00 AM East Midlands Airport | 6h25 | 2:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport
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Trains from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€116) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€116) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 8:00 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Most East Midlands Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains use the Nottingham to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare East Midlands Airport and Glasgow International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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: Yes.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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.
Getting to Hillington East from Glasgow city centre
Hillington East is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington East train station facilities and services
Hillington East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillington East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington East. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hillington East: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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