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Gunnersbury Park Museum
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£150
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£150
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Southall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Southall will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £150.
To travel from Glasgow to Southall you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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C36923
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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C36971
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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C36971
W33939+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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C36923
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
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Y80446Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Southall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 548 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £42 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Southall:
A flight is £24 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Glasgow to Southall costing on average £42.
A flight is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Southall costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Southall take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Coach takes on average 11h 6m.
The journey is about 1h 1m faster (5h 55m by train vs 6h 56m by car) and roughly £53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£54 vs £107). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Southall trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33939+ C37183+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | On time 4:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h34 | 10:02 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
W34029+ C36971+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | On time 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h38 | 11:11 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
W34271 · W34170+ C37004+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | On time 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h08 | 11:56 Southall station (STL) | 3 changes | |
W34271+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37249 | On time 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h45 | 12:33 Southall station (STL) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Southall run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 548 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 548 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 2:56 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Southall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southall trip today.
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Museum of road transport and design with historic buses, posters and interactive family displays, a strong option close to Southall.
Public gallery showing changing contemporary art exhibitions in a compact modern space inside Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
Southall's best-known shopping street, busy with markets, clothing shops and sweet stores, offering a vivid sense of the area's culture.
Linear waterside walking route with locks, bridges and passing boats, ideal for a calmer side of Southall away from the main road.
Large historic park on the edge of Southall with formal gardens, a lake, museum and broad green space for a half-day visit.
Crisp wheat pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. A staple South Asian snack in Southall, widely sold fresh in sweet shops and cafés.
Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans enriched with butter and cream. A Punjabi classic strongly associated with Southall’s Indian food scene.
Leavened tandoor-baked flatbread, often brushed with butter. A signature Punjabi bread commonly eaten with curries and grilled dishes in Southall.
Popular South Indian vegetarian venue for dosas, idli and filter coffee. Bright, practical and good for a casual meal.
Long-running vegetarian Punjabi canteen known for thalis, chaat and sweets. Busy, simple and very popular for traditional everyday dining.
Well-known Southall spot for Punjabi vegetarian dishes, snacks and mithai. Casual atmosphere and a strong local following.
Moderate for Greater London. Southall dining is often better value than central London, but accommodation and rail fares can still be relatively high.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Southall Station -> London Paddington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Southall trains use the Glasgow Central to Southall station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Southall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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