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Overview: Train from Glasgow to London City Airport
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Trains from Glasgow to London City Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 08:40. The fastest train covers the 562 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 562 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 8:40 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow to London City Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow to London City Airport.
Live departures
Glasgow to London City Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to London City Airport trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:45 Glasgow | 6h10 | 16:55 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to London City Airport.
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Glasgow to London City Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow and London City Airport from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow and London City Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Glasgow to London City Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to London City 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 City Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and London City Airport
Most Glasgow to London City Airport trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and London City 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.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hyndland from Glasgow city centre
Hyndland is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hyndland train station facilities and services
Hyndland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hyndland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hyndland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hyndland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Hyndland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hyndland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hyndland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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