The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) 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.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport without transferring at least once.
W83878+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:28 AM0h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:05 AMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W839252:27 PM0h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:04 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W839292:57 PM0h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:34 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W839363:57 PM0h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)4:34 PMPaisley St James (PYJ)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W838869:27 AM0h35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:02 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W685699:55 AM0h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:24 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W834119:25 AM0h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:54 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
L8737210:10 AM0h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:39 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
W8341610:25 AM0h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:54 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
L8737610:40 AM0h29Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:09 AMPaisley Gilmour Street (PYG)$71One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is $0.02 (€0.02) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 42m.
The journey is about 13m faster (18m by train vs 31m by car) and roughly $40 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $47 (€38)). 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 Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:28 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h35 | 8:03 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h35 | 9:03 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h29 | 9:24 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h15 | 9:20 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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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