How to get from Southampton to Glasgow
- 579 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 7h 09m
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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, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 579 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
579 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €71Reading date not recorded | 7h 09m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €50Reading date not recorded | 14h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€71Reading date not recorded7h 09m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€50Reading date not recorded14h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Southampton to Glasgow: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Southampton → ManchestertrainCrossCountry·4h 03m
- 2Manchester → Glasgowbus
FlixBus·4h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Southampton to Glasgow
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€34Departure 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.
- Bus· 11h 20m€57Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Aug 20
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; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Southampton to Glasgow works
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.
Southampton to Glasgow: common questions
How long does it take to get from Southampton to Glasgow?
The most useful route takes about 14h by train, 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 latest search put the route we recommend at €50. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Southampton to Glasgow?
On this route you travel with CrossCountry, FlixBus, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Glasgow?
Usually 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, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: CrossCountry, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026