Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest price

$92

Average price

$178

Fastest journey

5 h 45 m

Average duration

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

589 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Avanti West CoastW33939+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG26289
    4:28 AM5h57
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    10:25 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $921One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW34271+SouthernC82830+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
    5:48 AM7h07
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW34029+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG26295
    5:33 AM5h52
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    11:25 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $1021One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW34271 · W34170+SouthernG26406+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
    5:48 AM6h31
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    12:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $1221One-way
    3 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastC01365 · W33877+SouthernG26348+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
    1:38 PM6h47
    Glasgow Central (GLC)
    8:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $1221One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $99.

Distance: 365 miles (589 km)

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Driving

$173

Average price

$78

Average price

$56

Average price

Cheapest

$216

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

12h 16m

Average total duration

11h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 22m

Average total duration

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is a bus with an average price of $56 (€45).

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $78 (€63).

A bus is $117 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $173 (€140).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 5m.

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 17m faster (6h 5m by train vs 7h 22m by car) and roughly $43 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($173 (€140) vs $216 (€174)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33939+SouthernG26289+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h57
10:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34029+SouthernG26295+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria5:33 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h52
11:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34271+SouthernC82830+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
7h07
12:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34271 · W34170+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG264065:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
6h31
12:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34181+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG263016:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h56
12:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34028+SouthernG26307+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria7:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h49
1:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33903 · W34182+SouthernG26420+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
6h19
2:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34039+SouthernG26372+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h47
2:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33970+SouthernG26318+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria9:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h49
3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastC01362 · W33894+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG264349:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
6h39
4:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33973+SouthernG26373+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h47
4:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34172+SouthernG26329+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria11:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h49
5:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34160 · W34165+SouthernG26448+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC)
6h25
6:21 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW34063+SouthernG26335+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h45
6:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33889+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG263411:33 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
5h52
7:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Avanti West CoastC01365 · W33877+SouthernG26348+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC)
6h47
8:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 transfers

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Why should you book Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?

Avanti West Coast as well as Lumo offer trains services from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€80) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.

The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 11:35. The fastest train covers the 365 miles (589 km) distance in 6h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $26 (€21)
Distance
365 miles (589 km)
Average train duration
6h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$99 (€80)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 13m
First train
4:48 AM
Last train
11:35 AM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $26 (€21)

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Lumo from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsAvanti West Coast, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 13m
Cheapest Price
$99 (€80)
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 38m
Cheapest Price
$212 (€171)
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $99 (€80), while the average price is around $173 (€140).
The train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) takes 6h 13m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 365 miles (589 km).
The first train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 4:48 AM.
The last train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 11:35 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
There is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by flight, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
The train journey from Glasgow Central to Gatwick Airport offers varied scenery, including views of the Scottish Lowlands, the rolling landscapes of Northern England, and glimpses of the English countryside, though much of the route is more urban as it approaches Gatwick.
A day trip from Glasgow Central to Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 13m and the distance is 365 miles (589 km). Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Since neither Glasgow Central (GLC) nor Gatwick Airport (GTW) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) include London, Brighton, Haywards Heath, Horley, Guildford.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transit options for Glasgow Central
  • Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
  • Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.

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