Travelling from Stansted Airport to Glasgow by train

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Glasgow by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Glasgow take around 5 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 531 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stansted Airport at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 22:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 55 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$81.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Glasgow, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Glasgow.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Glasgow?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Glasgow usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Glasgow every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Glasgow?

The Stansted Airport to Glasgow train travel takes about 5 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Glasgow train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Glasgow leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stansted Airport at around 00:30, with the final departure at 22:00.