Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 05 Feb

Cheapest price

£75

Average price

£93

Fastest journey

7 h 45 m

Average duration

8 h 3 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

538 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow International Airport for London Stansted Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 22 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.

Avanti West Coast
07:427h45
Glasgow International Airport
15:27London Stansted Airport
£751One-way
0 changes
LNER
08:408h02
Glasgow International Airport
16:42London Stansted Airport
£951One-way
0 changes
LNER
07:198h22
Glasgow International Airport
15:41London Stansted Airport
£1091One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £80.

Distance: 538 km

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Coach

£96

Average Price

£76

Average Price

£52

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Cheapest

8h 14m

Average total duration

7h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

10h 15m

Average total duration

9h 45m

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30m

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Live departures

Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway07:19 Glasgow International Airport
8h22
15:41 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast07:42 Glasgow International Airport
7h45
15:27 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway08:14 Glasgow International Airport
8h10
16:24 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 10:10. The fastest train covers the 538 km distance in 7h 31m.

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
Coach from £39
Distance
538 km
Average train duration
7h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£80
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
7h 31m
First train
08:42
Last train
10:10
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
Coach from £39

Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow International Airport and London Stansted Airport from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
£347
ScotRail frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £80, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train journey from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 538 km and takes approximately 7h 31m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport is 538 km.
The first train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:42.
The last train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport departs at 10:10.
Trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas, though there are some pleasant views of the countryside and small towns along certain segments of the route.
A day trip from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport is not feasible due to the journey duration of 7h 31m. However, there are 11 trips per day available for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow International Airport to London Stansted Airport.

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