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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£157
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport will cost around £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Glasgow International Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 594 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 17 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 594 km
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£155 Average Price | £91 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:13 London Gatwick Airport | 6h42 | 18:55 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 12:13. The fastest train covers the 594 km distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 594 km |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 12:13 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Glasgow International Airport from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International 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 Glasgow International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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