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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$125
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$140
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 10 h 45 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.
8:55 AM9h20Glasgow International Airport6:15 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1251One-way0 transfers- 9:46 AM7h54Glasgow International Airport5:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1441One-way0 transfers
- 11:55 AM10h45Glasgow International Airport10:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1441One-way0 transfers
- 10:46 AM7h54Glasgow International Airport6:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1491One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 AM7h54Glasgow International Airport5:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1441One-way0 transfers
- 10:46 AM7h54Glasgow International Airport6:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1491One-way0 transfers
- 8:55 AM9h20Glasgow International Airport6:15 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1251One-way0 transfers
- 11:55 AM10h45Glasgow International Airport10:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $94 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, while a train costs an average of $170.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport costing on average $106 (€87).
A bus is $76 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport costing on average $170 (€139).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 16m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (6h 16m by train vs 6h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $170 (€139) compared to roughly $142 (€116) 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 Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 AM Glasgow International Airport | 9h20 | 6:15 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 11:40. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 7:02 AM |
Last train 11:40 AM |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Transpennine Express from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow International Airport and London Stansted Airport from $38 (€31). 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 International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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