How to get to Glasgow from Paris

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Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £83, while a flight costs an average of £294.

Distance: 899 km

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Driving

£294

Average Price

£83

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Cheapest

£94

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£100

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 1m

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2h 0m

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7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

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30m

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20h 35m

Average total duration

20h 5m

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30m

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12h 26m

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(door-to-door)

2.7 - 5.4kg

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CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.2kg

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London North Eastern Railway

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Glasgow is a train with an average price of £83.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Glasgow:

A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Paris to Glasgow costing on average £94.

A train is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Glasgow costing on average £294.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Coach takes on average 20h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Glasgow including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 25m sooner (3h 1m by flight vs 12h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £294 compared to roughly £100 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Paris to Glasgow

How to get to Glasgow from Paris by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Paris to Glasgow is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:3024h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £781One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:3024h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £781One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU23124
    10:101h45
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:55Glasgow International Airport
    £1181One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Eurostar9031+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+Avanti West CoastC01320
    12:5311h20
    Paris Gare du Nord
    23:13Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £2101One-way
    2 changes
  • Eurostar9015+LumoG25679
    8:589h48
    Paris Gare du Nord
    17:46Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £2691One-way
    1 change
  • Eurostar9013+LumoG25679
    8:3610h10
    Paris Gare du Nord
    17:46Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £2691One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:3025h45
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    6:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5527h15
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    21:10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:1519h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    7:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £791One-way
    1 change
  • easyJetU24643
    18:551h45
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    19:40Glasgow International Airport
    £1181One-way
    0 changes
  • British AirwaysBA307 · BA1492
    16:453h50
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    19:35Glasgow International Airport
    £1801One-way
    1 change
  • British AirwaysBA309 · BA1496
    18:404h15
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    21:55Glasgow International Airport
    £1801One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Paris to Glasgow

Travel to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Glasgow.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Glasgow including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Glasgow is a train with an average price of £83.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Glasgow:

A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Paris to Glasgow costing on average £94.

A train is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Glasgow costing on average £294.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Coach takes on average 20h 35m.

The Paris to Glasgow distance is approximately 899 km.
The average frequency per day from Paris to Glasgow is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 29 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Glasgow as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Glasgow:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Glasgow, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Air France, KLM, Eastern Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, easyJet to go to Glasgow by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Glasgow by coach.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Eurostar, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo to go to Glasgow by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Glasgow:
  • 2 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Glasgow often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Glasgow and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Paris to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.

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