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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£157
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport will cost around £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
C01362 · W33894+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G264349:406h39Glasgow Central (GLC)16:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way3 changes- W33903 · W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G264208:006h19Glasgow Central (GLC)14:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way3 changes
- W33973+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G2637310:385h47Glasgow Central (GLC)16:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes
- W33970+
W45556+Tube from London Euston to London Blackfriars9:365h58Glasgow Central (GLC)15:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes - W34039+G26372+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:385h47Glasgow Central (GLC)14:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes
- W33973+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G2637310:385h47Glasgow Central (GLC)16:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes
- W34039+G26372+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:385h47Glasgow Central (GLC)14:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes
- W33970+W45556+Tube from London Euston to London Blackfriars9:365h58Glasgow Central (GLC)15:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way2 changes
- W33903 · W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G264208:006h19Glasgow Central (GLC)14:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way3 changes
- C01362 · W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G264349:406h39Glasgow Central (GLC)16:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1571One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 588 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£125 Average Price | £79 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33903 · W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26420 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h19 | 14:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| W34039+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26372 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h47 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33970+W45556+Tube from London Euston to London Blackfriars | 9:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h58 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C01362 · W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26434 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h39 | 16:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| W33973+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26373 | 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h47 | 16:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 588 km distance in 5h 47m.
Distance 588 km |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 47m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 23:15 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway from Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Glasgow and London Gatwick 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and London Gatwick Airport
Most Glasgow to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and London Gatwick 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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