How to Get from Southampton to Glasgow
Southampton to Glasgow is 579 km in a straight line. The trip takes 14h by train and bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Southampton to Glasgow by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Southampton to Glasgow. The most useful door-to-door route takes 14h by train and bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 579 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
579 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €66Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 6h 47m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €50Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 14h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€66Omio catalogue, Nov 96h 47m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€50Our estimate, not a fare we saw14h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Southampton to Glasgow: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Southampton → GlasgowflighteasyJet·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusManchester-GlasgowBook →South Western RailwaySouthampton-LondonBook →Avanti West CoastLondon-GlasgowBook →On this route you travel with CrossCountry, FlixBus, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast.
How the Trip from Southampton to Glasgow Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a CrossCountry train from Southampton to Manchester, about 4h 3m. Transfer in Manchester and continue by FlixBus bus on to Glasgow (4h 5m). In total it's roughly €50 over 14h, 1 transfer.
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Southampton to Glasgow: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Southampton to Glasgow?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 14h by train and bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Southampton to Glasgow?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Southampton to Glasgow?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Glasgow from Southampton?
About 579 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Southampton to Glasgow cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €50. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Southampton to Glasgow?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with CrossCountry, FlixBus, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast.
Can you get from Southampton to Glasgow without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 6h 47m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Glasgow?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: CrossCountry, FlixBus, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026