- Must visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow's flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand red-sandstone building in the West End.
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
532 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Glasgow will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
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Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+
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C14766Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 330 miles (532 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow costing on average $88 (€71).
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow costing on average $130 (€106).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 11m.
Flight takes on average 6h 44m.
The journey is about 17m faster (6h 1m by train vs 6h 18m by car) and roughly $52 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($130 (€106) vs $181 (€148)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P66176+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W33533 | 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h52 | 3:03 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P66176+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ G80214+ L87955 | 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h37 | 2:48 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
G00958+ G80218+ C14766 | 8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 7h13 | 3:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 transfers | |
G00958+ G08089+ G01059+ C14765 | 8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h57 | 3:22 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
P66200+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W33379 | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 7h21 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
P66811+ G80218+ C14766+ C04457 | 8:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h52 | 3:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 17:48. The fastest train covers the 330 miles (532 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 330 miles (532 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 7:46 AM |
Last train 5:48 PM |
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Glasgow's flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand red-sandstone building in the West End.
Award-winning museum in Pollok Country Park housing international art, medieval objects, and decorative arts from the Burrell bequest.
Glasgow's transport museum on the Clyde, known for ships, locomotives, vintage vehicles, and an immersive recreated street scene.
Glasgow's main pedestrian shopping street, busy with performers, historic facades, and strong links to the city centre highlights.
The city's principal civic square, surrounded by major buildings and statues, and a natural starting point for central sightseeing.
Charming cobbled lane in the West End known for its lights, intimate atmosphere, and photogenic setting near Byres Road.
Scotland’s best-known traditional dish: a peppery savoury pudding of minced offal, oats and spices, usually served with mashed turnips and potatoes. A classic supper in Glasgow pubs and restaurants.
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Though linked to the northeast, it is widely loved in Glasgow and is a staple on many traditional menus.
Also called Lorne sausage, this spiced minced meat sausage is sliced into squares and often served in a morning roll. It is a very familiar Glasgow breakfast item.
A respected modern Scottish restaurant serving seasonal produce in a smart but relaxed dining room. Popular for high-quality contemporary cooking.
A famous traditional whisky pub with a huge Scotch selection and classic hearty bar food. A good stop for local atmosphere and a dram.
A well-known Finnieston restaurant focused on inventive small plates, strong produce and lively service. Great for sharing dishes in a stylish casual setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and public transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping is optional in cafes, pubs, and for counter service.
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