Written by Graham Smith, Hannah McKinsey, Jake Evans, Karen Price
28/08/2025
Sonny Vermeer, Pexels
Glasgow is well-served by several major transport hubs, including Glasgow International Airport (GLA), two primary train stations, Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street, and the main intercity bus terminal, Buchanan Bus Station. Additionally, Partick station functions as a significant interchange for National Rail, Glasgow Subway, and bus services.
Flights:
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) serves as the primary air gateway, offering connections to international hubs and direct flights to destinations in North America and Europe. For example, direct flights from London typically take between 1 hour 15 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes, with prices starting from approximately £30 to £60. Flights from major US cities like New York (JFK) can take around 10 hours, with one-way fares potentially starting from $524 and round-trip averages around $1,245. Edinburgh Airport is also an option, located within an hour's public transport journey from Glasgow.
Trains:
Direct train services connect Glasgow to various parts of the UK. Journeys from London Euston to Glasgow Central typically last about 4 hours 30 minutes, with tickets available from approximately £46.75 when booked in advance. An overnight Caledonian Sleeper service also operates from London. For travel from Edinburgh, trains to Glasgow Central or Queen Street are frequent, taking approximately 44 minutes to 1 hour, with fares starting from around £12.10.
Buses:
Intercity coach services operate to Buchanan Bus Station. From London Victoria, bus journeys typically range from 8 hours 20 minutes to 12 hours 24 minutes, with fares starting from £20.90 to £31 when booked in advance. Bus travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow is generally more economical than train travel, with several operators providing services.
Car Rental:
Car hire services are readily available at Glasgow International Airport, as well as various city centre and train station locations. Daily rental rates can begin around £18.61, and a week's rental might average £185. One-way rental options are also commonly offered.
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