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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to London City Airport
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£142
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£142
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
6 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
6 h 16 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to London City Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to London City Airport will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Glasgow to London City Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 562 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.
10:346h16Glasgow16:50London City Airport£1421One-way0 changes
- 10:346h16Glasgow16:50London City Airport£1421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to London City Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to London City Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £233.
Distance: 562 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£124 Average Price | £233 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £154 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m 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 to London City Airport:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to London City Airport costing on average £124.
A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to London City Airport costing on average £233.
Other travel options to London City Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 19m.
Coach takes on average 10h 37m.
The journey is about 1h 52m faster (5h 19m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly £30 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£124 vs £154). 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 to London City Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to London City Airport trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33776 · W33757+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h38 | 13:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33776 · W33757+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37642 | On time 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h18 | 14:18 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 4 changes | |
 C01979+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+ W68911 | Delayed 9:23 8:08Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 8h46 | 16:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| C01979+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L87814 | Delayed 9:13 8:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 8h39 | 16:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| G80054+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L87814 | Delayed 8:21 8:15Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h33 | 15:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| W33472+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h09 | 13:47 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33472+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ P88911 | On time 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h42 | 14:20 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 2 changes | |
| C01979+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+W68980 | Delayed 9:23 8:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 8h16 | 16:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
| W33452+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+P88920 | On time 9:37 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h43 | 15:20 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 2 changes | |
| C01363 · W33467+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+P88928 | On time 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h38 | 16:20 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 3 changes | |
| C01363 · W33688+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+P89332 | On time 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h36 | 16:18 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 4 changes | |
| C01363 · W33688+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+P88928 | On time 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h38 | 16:20 Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to London City Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to London City Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:40, the last at 08:40. The fastest train covers the 562 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 562 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 8:40 |
Last train 8:40 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to London City Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and London City Airport from £29. 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 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. 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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