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How to Travel from

Glasgow to Southampton

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$291.13

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$265.81–$1,265.78

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$56.96–$291.13
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$177.21
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$303.79
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.69–$215.18

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$468.34
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$341.76
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$430.36

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$1,075.91
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$822.76

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$468.34
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$822.76

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Queensway
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$56.96

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$215.18–$493.65
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.46–$94.93

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to West
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$39.24

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$75.95–$113.92
Bus from London Victoria to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$88.60
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$139.24–$430.36

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from London Waterloo to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25
Train from Clapham Junction to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$113.92

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Southampton is to bus which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 14h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Southampton is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $76.09 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Southampton?

The distance between Glasgow and Southampton is 642 km. The road distance is 688.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $228.26 - $532.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Glasgow to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Southampton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Southampton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Southampton is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $228.26 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $76.09 - $326.09 and takes 2h 57m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Glasgow to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Southampton is 689 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Glasgow to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Southampton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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