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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£101
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£120
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
6 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
6 h 31 m
Trains on 14 Sept
6
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 6 trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 548 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 10 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.
9:396h27Glasgow Central (GLC)16:06London Heathrow Airport£1011One-way0 changes- 8:396h27Glasgow Central (GLC)15:06London Heathrow Airport£1041One-way0 changes
9:007h27Glasgow Central (GLC)16:27London Heathrow Airport£1101One-way0 changes- 9:586h23Glasgow Central (GLC)16:21London Heathrow Airport£1251One-way0 changes
- 8:006h06Glasgow Central (GLC)14:06London Heathrow Airport£1281One-way0 changes
- 8:006h06Glasgow Central (GLC)14:06London Heathrow Airport£1281One-way0 changes
- 9:586h23Glasgow Central (GLC)16:21London Heathrow Airport£1251One-way0 changes
- 9:396h27Glasgow Central (GLC)16:06London Heathrow Airport£1011One-way0 changes
- 8:396h27Glasgow Central (GLC)15:06London Heathrow Airport£1041One-way0 changes
- 7:007h10Glasgow Central (GLC)14:10London Heathrow Airport£1531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 548 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£107 Average Price | £110 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £107.
A coach is £76 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £110.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Coach takes on average 9h 44m.
The journey is about 10m faster (6h 10m by train vs 6h 20m by car) and roughly £55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£107 vs £163). 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.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h10 | 14:10 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h06 | 14:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h27 | 15:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h27 | 16:27 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h27 | 16:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:58 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h23 | 16:21 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 548 km distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 548 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 15:40 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and London Heathrow Airport from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and London Heathrow Airport
Most Glasgow Central (GLC) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Central (GLC) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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