The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport 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 Glasgow International Airport will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 53 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Glasgow International Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 9 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.
W839131:17 PM0h17Glasgow Central (GLC)1:34 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way0 transfers
L872394:47 PM0h12Glasgow Central (GLC)4:59 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way0 transfers
W839445:21 PM0h17Glasgow Central (GLC)5:38 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way0 transfers
L872011:05 PM0h10Glasgow Central (GLC)1:15 PMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
W685861:15 PM0h10Glasgow Central (GLC)1:25 PMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
L873921:00 PM0h09Glasgow Central (GLC)1:09 PMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
W8342412:45 PM0h09Glasgow Central (GLC)12:54 PMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
W685568:15 AM0h09Glasgow Central (GLC)8:24 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
L873518:00 AM0h09Glasgow Central (GLC)8:09 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
W834078:46 AM0h09Glasgow Central (GLC)8:55 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$7 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (11m by train vs 21m by car) and roughly $38 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $46 (€37)). 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
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 Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h15 | 8:35 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h15 | 9:35 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h09 | 8:09 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport
Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Glasgow International Airport from $5 (€4). 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) 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.

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