Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£19

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£39

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h

Trains on 18 Sept

23

Distance

196 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

To travel from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) you need to make at least one change.

  • ScotrailL88443 · C14797
    15:063h18
    Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
    18:24Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailL88448 · C14805
    17:153h07
    Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
    20:22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailL86892 · L88075
    19:272h55
    Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
    22:22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailL88448 · C14805
    17:153h07
    Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
    20:22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailL88446 · C14801
    16:073h06
    Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
    19:13Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £261One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £537.

Distance: 196 km

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Driving

£59

Average Price

Cheapest

£537

Average Price

£39

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 3m

Average total duration

3h 3m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is a train with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):

A train is £477 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £537.

The fastest way to travel from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 2h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £39 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

Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times

The table below shows live departures for Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailC14660 · L88032
On time
6:56 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h19
10:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88388+London North Eastern RailwayC01942+ScotrailL88033
On time
7:33 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h20
10:53 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes
ScotrailC14576 · L88036
On time
7:54 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h26
11:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88389 · L87069 · L88038
On time
8:31 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h22
11:53 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes
ScotrailL86812 · L88040
On time
9:26 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
2h55
12:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88431 · L88044
On time
10:09 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h12
13:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88431 · L88044
On time
10:09 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h12
13:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88392 · L87072 · L88045
On time
10:44 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h05
13:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes
ScotrailL88392 · L87072 · L87943
On time
10:44 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h22
14:06 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes
ScotrailL86828 · C14791
On time
11:14 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h01
14:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88434 · L88050
On time
12:11 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h10
15:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88436 · L88054
On time
13:13 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h06
16:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88436 · L88054
On time
13:13 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h06
16:19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88396 · L87079 · L88055
On time
13:43 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h13
16:56 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes
ScotrailL88443 · C14797
On time
15:06 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h18
18:24 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88446 · C14801
On time
16:07 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h06
19:13 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88448 · C14805
On time
17:15 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h07
20:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88448 · C14805
On time
17:15 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h07
20:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88409 · L88072
On time
17:58 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h17
21:15 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL86892 · L88075
On time
19:27 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
2h55
22:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailC14588 · C14807
On time
20:20 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h02
23:22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
1 change
ScotrailL88413 · L87087 · L87908
On time
20:40 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC)
3h57
0:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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Trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 09:09. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 42m.

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
Distance
196 km
Average train duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 42m
First train
7:31
Last train
9:09
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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

Train companies: Scotrail from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Scotrail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£28
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) covers a distance of 196 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is 196 km.
The first train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 7:31.
The last train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) departs at 9:09.
Trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
To get from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
The cheapest way to get from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is by train, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) to Glasgow Queen Street offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, with glimpses of rolling hills, lush countryside, and charming small towns along the route.
A day trip from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) to Glasgow Queen Street is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 42m. There are 6 trains per day covering the distance of 196 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Most Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains use the Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Aberdeen
Arrival train stations in Glasgow
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport)Dyce station, Station Road, Dyce, Aberdeenshire, AB21 7EQWifiParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) from Aberdeen city centre

TrainGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness, Aberdeen - Inverness, Aberdeen - Inverurie, Perth - Inverurie, Montrose - Inverurie, Dundee - Inverness · 8m · £4 · every ~3 min
BusEmber · 19m · £6 · every ~2 min
17K, 18B, 18A, 18 · 30m · every ~7 min
727 · 33m · £4 · every ~13 min
727 · 39m · £4 · every ~13 min

Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) train station facilities and services

Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport).

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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