What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Stansted is to bus which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Stansted is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £140 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Flagstone Paving via Railway Station Azalea Drive and The Portobello Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Stansted?

The distance between Glasgow and Stansted is 433 miles. The road distance is 422.2 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £140 - £300.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Stansted?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Glasgow to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Stansted bus from?

Glasgow to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Stansted train from?

Glasgow to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Stansted?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Stansted is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £140 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Glasgow to Stansted bus arrive?

Glasgow to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Glasgow to Stansted train arrive?

Glasgow to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Stansted is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Glasgow to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16483+ hotels available in Stansted.

Glasgow to Stansted - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Glasgow to Stansted by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
5h 35m
£143–291
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
12h 28m
£57–125
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
11h 7m
£83–133
Drive 419.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Stanstedcar 419.7 mi
7h
£105–151
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, line 223 bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus
5h 17m
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 44m
£90–328
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 48m
£71–174
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 39m
£59–171
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
6h 6m
£93–321
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
3. Take the bus from High Street to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus
6h 3m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
6h 24m
£67–197

Glasgow to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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11h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Stansted, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £130–220 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 9h 20m. National Express also services this route 6 times a week.

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