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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
7 h 23 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Glasgow Central (GLC) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 548 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 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 Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 548 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£145 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 London Heathrow Airport | 7h56 | 14:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h23 | 14:53 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:51 London Heathrow Airport | 8h01 | 15:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 London Heathrow Airport | 7h29 | 16:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:15 London Heathrow Airport | 5h48 | 15:03 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC)
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 16:32. The fastest train covers the 548 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 548 km |
Average train duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 16:32 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £25. 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 Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
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