The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£162
Average price
£175
Fastest journey
6 h 47 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Glasgow will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £162.
To travel from Southampton to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
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W34291 · C0132015:157h58Southampton Central (SOU)23:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1621One-way2 changes
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W3429212:157h10Southampton Central (SOU)19:25Glasgow Central (GLC)£1621One-way1 change
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W3428816:157h03Southampton Central (SOU)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£1621One-way1 change
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W3428714:156h58Southampton Central (SOU)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1621One-way1 change
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W8520613:157h24Southampton Central (SOU)20:39Glasgow Central (GLC)£1781One-way2 changes
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Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
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W3513313:156h47Southampton Central (SOU)20:02Glasgow Central (GLC)£1791One-way3 changes
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Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
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W3449814:156h51Southampton Central (SOU)21:06Glasgow Central (GLC)£1791One-way3 changes
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Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
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W3451317:156h54Southampton Central (SOU)0:09Glasgow Central (GLC)£1791One-way3 changes
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W3428714:156h58Southampton Central (SOU)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1621One-way1 change
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Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
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G1490816:156h58Southampton Central (SOU)23:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£1791One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 583 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£147 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Southampton to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Glasgow trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34069+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L80207 | 12:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h17 | 19:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00875+ W34292 | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h10 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G00875+ G15045+ W34069+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h02 | 19:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
W34082+ L80217+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 13:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h02 | 20:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00879+ W35133+ W34082+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h47 | 20:02 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
G00879+ W85206+ W34289 | 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h24 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ C01319+ L80227 | 14:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h06 | 21:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00887+ W34287 | 14:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h58 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G00887+ W34498+ C01319+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 14:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h51 | 21:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W34169+ L80237 | 15:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h09 | 22:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00891+ C01320+ G89059 | 15:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h58 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00891+ W34291 · C01320 | 15:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h58 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
L80247+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ C01320 | 16:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h13 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00895+ W34288 | On time 16:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h03 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
G00895+ G14908+ C01320+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | On time 16:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h58 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
W34180+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L80257 | 17:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h09 | 0:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
G00901+ W34513+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34180 | 17:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h54 | 0:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Glasgow
Trains from Southampton to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Glasgow from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Glasgow
Most Southampton to Glasgow trains use the Southampton Central to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Millbrook (Hants) from Southampton city centre
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) train station facilities and services
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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