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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$203
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Glasgow International Airport on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 594 km distance in an average of 6 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 21 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 18 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.
12:13 PM6h21London Gatwick Airport6:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$1781One-way0 transfers
8:16 AM7h18London Gatwick Airport3:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$2161One-way0 transfers- 9:16 AM7h18London Gatwick Airport4:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$2161One-way0 transfers
- 12:13 PM6h21London Gatwick Airport6:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$1781One-way0 transfers
- 9:16 AM7h18London Gatwick Airport4:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$2161One-way0 transfers
- 8:16 AM7h18London Gatwick Airport3:34 PMGlasgow International Airport$2161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$195 Average price | $125 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is $72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $125.
A bus is $141 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $195.
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 2m.
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (7h 2m by train vs 7h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $195 compared to roughly $165 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
London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:13 AM London Gatwick Airport | 6h21 | 3:34 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 but you can travel from only $39 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 13:59. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average train duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 7:13 AM |
Last train 1:59 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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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