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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£75
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£125
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Glasgow will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
To travel from Southall to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
W34206+
C48605
W34147 · W33935+
C37441+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
W34177+
C37441+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
G25677+
G15458+
L87873
W34177+
C37441+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
G25677+
G15458+
L87873
W34206+
C48605
W34147 · W33935+
C37441+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London EustonOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southall to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £358.
Distance: 548 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£358 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southall to Glasgow:
A coach is £302 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southall to Glasgow costing on average £358.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 1m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
You'll arrive about 1h 51m sooner (5h 1m by train vs 6h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £358 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Southall to Glasgow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34206+ C48605 | Delayed 4:31 2:57Southall station (STL) | 7h45 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G25677+ L87873+ G15458 | Delayed 4:45 4:32Southall station (STL) | 6h35 | 11:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
W34177+ C37441+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston | Delayed 6:30 5:56Southall station (STL) | 6h05 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
W34206+ C48605 | On time 2:57 Southall station (STL) | 7h45 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Southall to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £358 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 548 km distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 548 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £358 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
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Large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns and the university nearby. Ideal for walks, museums and a classic West End atmosphere.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and statues. A practical starting point for sightseeing and city events.
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
A bowl of oats slowly cooked with water or milk. Traditional Scottish porridge is prized for its simplicity and deep link to everyday life.
A crisp fried fritter made from sliced potato in batter, a classic Glasgow chippy order often served with fish or as part of a supper.
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Popular city centre spot for fresh seafood and fish and chips, with a casual setting and strong local following.
Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southall to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southall to Glasgow trains use the Southall to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Southall and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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.
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