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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$211
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$211
Fastest journey on Oct 10
6 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
6 h 46 m
Trains on Oct 10
5
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $211.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
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Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
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W45700Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€76) but you can travel from only $38 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 12:13. The fastest train covers the 365 miles (588 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 365 miles (588 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€76) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 12:13 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33912+ C82344+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 8:30 AM 8:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h49 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34033+ C82354+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 9:30 AM 9:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h48 | 3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G25698+ W45424+ L87967 | Delayed 9:36 AM 9:16 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h22 | 3:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
W33931 · C01372+ G26393+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 10:33 AM 9:22 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 8h19 | 5:41 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5 transfers | |
W34016+ G77128_G26976+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 10:30 AM 9:22 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h42 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34016+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ C82363 | Delayed 10:30 AM 10:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h51 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34187+ W45548+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston | Delayed 11:30 AM 11:06 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h55 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W34187+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ C82373 | Delayed 11:30 AM 11:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h48 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
G25679+ W45425+ L88001 | Delayed 11:35 AM 11:16 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h20 | 5:36 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
W34007+ C82383+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 12:30 PM 12:13 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 5h48 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
W33954+ Y14753+ W45434+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston | Delayed 12:33 PM 12:16 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h56 | 7:12 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 transfers | |
W34069+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W32931 | Delayed 1:30 PM 12:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h28 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
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Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Leading European civic art museum with superb collections, grand galleries, and regular exhibitions in the heart of George Square.
Elegant mansion with French paintings, decorative arts, and period rooms, set within Pollok Country Park near Highland cattle.
Lively green space beside the university, popular for museums, picnics, and riverside walks through one of Glasgow's prettiest parks.
Historic civic square framed by monuments and grand buildings, ideal for orientation, events, and classic views of central Glasgow.
Bustling shopping street mixing Victorian facades with modern retail, useful for people-watching and understanding the city's commercial core.
A savory pudding of oats, onions, suet, and spices, traditionally served with mince or fried breakfast. It is one of Scotland’s most iconic regional specialties.
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A staple in Glasgow homes and pubs, especially comforting in cold weather.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often enriched with milk or cream. It is a classic west coast Scottish dish with deep local roots.
Elegant fine dining by chef Cail Bruich, known for modern Scottish tasting menus and polished service in a calm, refined setting.
A long-established Glasgow institution serving fresh Scottish seafood and shellfish in a lively, classic city brasserie atmosphere.
Traditional pub dining with a strong whisky focus, offering haggis, fish, and Scottish comfort food in a historic central Glasgow setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while transit and attractions are fairly priced for most tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow trains use the London Kings Cross to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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