The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to London Stansted Airport
- Cheapest price on 16 Nov
- £107
- Average ticket price on 16 Nov
- £134
- Fastest journey on 16 Nov
- 6 h 2 m
- Average journey duration on 16 Nov
- 6 h 15 m
- Trains on 16 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 532 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
To travel from Glasgow to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
C02014+
L87930+
G0082412:15 6h32 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 18:47 Stansted Airport (SSD) £107 1 One-way 2 changes
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L87938+
G0082612:45 6h54 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 19:39 Stansted Airport (SSD) £109 1 One-way 3 changes
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L87962+
G0083014:15 6h28 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 20:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) £109 1 One-way 2 changes
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P0290114:34 6h03 Glasgow Central (GLC) 20:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) £160 1 One-way 2 changes
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P6613613:33 6h09 Glasgow Central (GLC) 19:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) £160 1 One-way 2 changes
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P6609012:40 6h02 Glasgow Central (GLC) 18:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) £160 1 One-way 2 changes
W34050+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P0290114:34 6h03 Glasgow Central (GLC) 20:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) £160 1 One-way 2 changes
W33889+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P6613613:33 6h09 Glasgow Central (GLC) 19:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) £160 1 One-way 2 changes
C01988+
L87962+
G0083014:15 6h28 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 20:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) £109 1 One-way 2 changes
C02014+
L87930+
G0082412:15 6h32 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 18:47 Stansted Airport (SSD) £107 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Glasgow to London Stansted Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 13:35. The fastest train covers the 532 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 532 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 13:35 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow to London Stansted Airport trip
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Live departures
Glasgow to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02004+ L87810+ G00810+ P66854 | Delayed 9:30 7:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h24 | 15:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G80048+ L87825+ P66452+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | Delayed 10:00 8:30Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h07 | 15:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C01940+ L87841+ G00813 | Delayed 10:30 9:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h40 | 15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C01940+ G00813+ G25742 | Delayed 10:30 9:22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h18 | 15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W33147+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66458 | On time 9:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h21 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C01364 · W33218+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66476 | On time 9:46 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h51 | 16:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C02028+ P76866+ G00816+ L87885 | Delayed 11:30 10:30Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h50 | 17:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W33191+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66481 | On time 10:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h21 | 16:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G80060+ L87900+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ P66497 | Delayed 12:00 11:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h37 | 17:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C02008+ L87917+ G00819 | Delayed 12:30 11:30Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h10 | 17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W33138+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66052 | On time 11:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h20 | 17:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow and London Stansted Airport
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FAQs: Glasgow to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and London Stansted Airport
Most Glasgow to London Stansted Airport trains use the Glasgow Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and London Stansted 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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