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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$184

Average price

$205

Fastest journey

5 h 47 m

Average duration

6 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

588 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 (LGW) to Glasgow will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for Glasgow on Fri, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 588 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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.

05:06PM7h32

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

12:38AMGlasgow

$1841One-way

0 transfers

07:13AM5h49

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

01:02PMGlasgow

$2091One-way

0 transfers

08:13AM5h47

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

02:00PMGlasgow

$2091One-way

0 transfers

09:22AM6h41

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

04:03PMGlasgow

$2101One-way

0 transfers

08:10AM5h52

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

02:02PMGlasgow

$2111One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m.

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€172 Average price	€105 Average price	€63 Average price Cheapest
6h 49m Average duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 30m Average duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	15h 12m Average duration 14h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow

United Kingdom

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.

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 $44 (€36)

Distance

365 miles (588 km)

Average train duration

6h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

$95 (€78)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 47m

First train

07:13

Last train

17:06

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $44 (€36)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, East Coast and Lumo from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow trains

You can travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow with Virgin Trains, East Coast and Lumo for as low as $89 (€73). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 5 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: $89

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow train information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 7 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $204

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow train information with Lumo:

Average Duration: 6 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $204

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Caledonian Sleeper from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow train information:

Average Duration: 10 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $195

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: $438
Thameslink frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow can start from as little as $93 (€76) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow is $194 (€158); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow train time is 5 h 47 min covering the 365 mile (588 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow leaves at 7: 06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow leaves at 5: 13 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, LNER, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, LNER, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper or Thameslink. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Glasgow from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Yes, you can take a night train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Glasgow including taking a train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow

London

Glasgow

Glasgow Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 09:15 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops

Parking

Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park

Dining

Burger King
Krispy Kreme
Gordon St Coffee
Starbucks
Upper Crust
The Beer House
Patisserie Valerie
Alston Bar & Beef

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
National key toilets: No
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hotel Indigo Glasgow
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
voco Grand Central Glasgow

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 09:15 - 21:30

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.

Public transit options for Glasgow Central

Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.