Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport train with Avanti West Coast

Sun, Sep 20
+ Add return
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
2,000+ travel companies
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$160

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$213

Fastest journey on Sep 20

6 h 26 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

6 h 41 m

Trains on Sep 20

11

Distance

594 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $160.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 3 times.

  • Avanti West CoastW33151 · W33175+ScotrailW69602+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
    3:25 PM7h06
    Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    10:31 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $1601One-way
    4 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33275+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+ScotrailL87126+Gatwick ExpressC83016
    1:07 PM6h26
    Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    7:33 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $2181One-way
    3 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33163+SouthernC82294+ScotrailW68716+TubeTube from London Euston to Vauxhall
    1:55 PM7h09
    Paisley St James (PYJ)
    9:04 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $2181One-way
    4 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33275+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+ScotrailW68707+Gatwick ExpressC83016
    12:55 PM6h38
    Paisley St James (PYJ)
    7:33 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $2181One-way
    3 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33257 · W33274+Gatwick ExpressC83020+ScotrailW69590
    1:25 PM7h08
    Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    8:33 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $2181One-way
    4 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight, bus, and train for Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a train costs an average of $234.

Distance: 369 miles (594 km)

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Flight
Bus
Driving

$234

Average price

$228

Average price

$83

Average price

Cheapest

$176

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 10m

Average total duration

5h 40m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

12h 56m

Average total duration

12h 26m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

easyJet

Most popular airline

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is a bus with an average price of $83.

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport:

A bus is $146 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $228.

A bus is $152 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $234.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 40m.

Bus takes on average 12h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow International Airport and London Gatwick Airport including taking a flight, bus, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 27m sooner (5h 40m by train vs 7h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $234 compared to roughly $176 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Avanti West CoastC01363 · W33688+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernX06828
Delayed
8:42 AM 8:41 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
7h37
4:18 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33452+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+ScotrailW83865+SouthernG26319
Delayed
8:37 AM 8:41 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
6h44
3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33452+ScotrailW83405+SouthernG26319+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
Delayed
8:37 AM 9:01 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
6h24
3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastC01363 · W33688+ScotrailL87362+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
Delayed
8:42 AM 9:15 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
7h03
4:18 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33467+SouthernG26324+ScotrailW83872+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
Delayed
9:40 AM 9:41 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
6h44
4:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33467+ScotrailL87119+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+SouthernG26324
Delayed
9:40 AM 10:05 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
6h20
4:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33704+ScotrailW83881+SouthernG26330+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
Delayed
10:36 AM 10:40 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
6h45
5:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33704+SouthernG26330+ScotrailW83413+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria
Delayed
10:36 AM 11:01 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
6h24
5:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33427 · W33747+SouthernX06826+ScotrailW83884
Delayed
10:56 AM 11:10 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
7h08
6:18 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33427 · W33747+ScotrailW68577+SouthernX06826
Delayed
10:56 AM 11:31 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
6h47
6:18 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4 transfers
Avanti West CoastW33446+SouthernG26336+TubeTube from London Euston to London Victoria+ScotrailW83888
Delayed
11:40 AM 11:40 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)
6h45
6:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport by flight, bus, or train

Compare flight, bus, and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25
Sat
Sep 26
Sun
Sep 27
Mon
Sep 28
Tue
Sep 29
Wed
Sep 30
Thu
Oct 01
Fri
Oct 02
Sat
Oct 03
Sun
Oct 04
Mon
Oct 05
Tue
Oct 06
Wed
Oct 07
Thu
Oct 08
Fri
Oct 09

Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 but you can travel from only $40 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:42, the last at 09:40. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 5h 24m.

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
Bus from $40
Distance
369 miles (594 km)
Average train duration
5h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$119
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
5h 24m
First train
7:42 AM
Last train
9:40 AM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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
Bus from $40

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $119, while the average price is around $234.
The train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport takes 5h 24m and runs 14 per day.
The distance by train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 369 miles (594 km).
The first train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 7:42 AM.
The last train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 9:40 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a night train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $40.
The train journey from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport offers varied scenery, with views of the Scottish countryside, rolling hills, and urban landscapes as it passes through major cities like Glasgow and London. While not traditionally known for being scenic, some segments provide pleasant views.
A day trip from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the travel duration is 5h 24m and the distance is 369 miles (594 km). However, there are 10 trips available per day for trains.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Since neither Glasgow International Airport nor London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport include London, Brighton, Southampton, Haywards Heath, Guildford.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport 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.

Most popular train connections from Glasgow International Airport

HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomTrain Times to London Gatwick AirportGlasgow International Airport to London Gatwick Airport train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone