Transfers to and from Glasgow Airport

Glasgow International Airport Transfers

Glasgow Airport Taxis

Glasgow Airport taxis wait in front of the single terminal building, at Stance 1. Taxis already waiting at the ranks are licenced by Renfrewshire Council to guarantee a good service. Transfers can be booked in advance. Here are some examples:

Suntransfers, www.suntransfers.com/glasgow-airport, operates in all parts of Glasgow, charging around 34.00 euros/£32.00 for up to 3 passengers sharing a private taxi, and around 46.00 euros / £40.00 for up to 7 passengers sharing a minivan. Glasgow center is only 15 to 17 km from the airport, about 20 minutes by taxi.

Taxis Glasgow Airport, www.taxiglasgowairport.co.uk, offers customers minicabs and minivans as well as saloons like the Mercedes-Benz S-class. A trip into central Glasgow with one of their executive or luxury saloons costs 58.00 euros / £50.00, a regular minicab costs 43.00 euros/£37.00, the same as a trip for 7 passengers in a minivan or the VW Caravelle type.

Glasgow Airport Buses

The 500 Glasgow Airport Express service runs to Glasgow City center, starting from Stance 1, and the 300 bus to Clydebank and Paisley Gilmour Street train station operates from Bus Stop 6. Bus line 66, traveling to Paisley Gilmour Street rail station, stops at Bus Stop 7. Bus Stop 8 is only used for the 747 bus service to Partick. Bus Stop 9 is reserved for the 925 Skye and 800 Largs services.

Glasgow Airport Express 500 connects Glasgow Airport with Buchanan Bus Station in the city center and goes on to Glasgow Central train station. It runs every 10 minutes, taking 15 minutes either way. Glasgow Central train station links to the rest of Scotland and UK destinations. Queen Street train station connects only to other Scottish train stations.

First Group is the official operator (https://www.firstgroup.com/greater-glasgow/routes-and-maps/glasgow-airport-express). The Glasgow Airport Express stops at North Hanover Street, George Square, St Vincent Place, St Vincent Street, Waterloo Street and Glasgow Airport. Shuttles run 24/7, except for Christmas Day.

Tickets for passengers aged 16+ cost £8.50 one-way, open returns cost £14.00 per person and Day Tickets cost £13.00. Child fares for kids aged 5 to 15 are £4.50 for a single, £7.00 for open returns and £6.50 for Day Tickets. Up to two kids under 5 can travel with each fare-paying adult. Family tickets cover two adults and two children, costing £19.00 for a single and £29.00 for open returns.

To get to the Glasgow Airport Express stop from Glasgow Central train station, take the Union Street exit, turn left on to Union Street, take the third left on to St Vincent Street. The bus stop is directly ahead, signposted with a green airplane logo. The walk takes ca 3 minutes.

Glasgow Central Train Station

Timetables and ticket prices can be found at www.thetrainline.com and www.nationalrail.co.uk. Glasgow Central train station links to Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh (trips take about 10 to 15 minutes) and Inverness.

Don't forget - if you plan to travel during your stay, it might be more economical to rent a car at Glasgow Airport.

Private Transfer Customer Reviews

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Types of Private Transfers available at Glasgow Airport (GLA)

Vehicle Type Passengers Suitcases Description Examples Book
Economy
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4 3 An affordable option for 1-4 travellers VW Golf, Ford Focus, Opel Astra, Audi A3, BMW 3, etc.
Comfort
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4 3 Suggested for longer distance trips with comfort VW Passat, Toyota Camry, Toyota Fortuner, Chevrolet Suburban, etc.
Business
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3 3 A comfortable vehicle for business trips Mercedes E-class, Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS, etc.
Premium
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3 3 First class vehicle for maximum comfort during your journey Mercedes S-class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A7, Lexus GX, etc.
Minivan
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4 4 Ideal combination of space and comfort for up to 4 people VW Touran, Ford Galaxy, Opel Zefira, Peugeot 807, etc.
Minibus
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7 7 For a group of 4-7 people or large luggage VW Multivan, Toyota Hiace, Opel Vivaro, Hyundai H-1, etc.
Premium Minibus
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6 4 Premium Business class transfer for 4-6 people Mercedes Viano Premium, VW Multivan Premium, etc.
Minibus
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10 10 Suitable for up to 10 passengers Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Toyota Coaster, etc.
Minibus
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13 13 The recommended choice for up to 13 people Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Toyota Coaster, etc.
Minibus
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16 16 Great option for a group of 10-16 people Ford Transit (1-16), Mercedes Sprinter (1-16), Peugeot Boxer (1-16), etc.

Vehicle examples are only indicative and may vary depending on availability at the time of transfer..

Private Airport Transfers at Glasgow Airport - FAQ

How much does it cost to transfer from Glasgow Airport GLA to Brunel University London?
Depending on the type of transfer required - transfers from Glasgow Airport GLA to Brunel University London start from £881 to around £2075 per transfer.
How much does it cost to transfer from Brunel University London to Glasgow Airport GLA?
Depending on the type of transfer required - transfers from Brunel University London to Glasgow Airport GLA start from £881 to around £2075 per transfer.
What private transfer options are available at Glasgow Airport (GLA)?
The following private transfer options are available Glasgow Airport GLA:
  • Economy - 4 Passengers, 3 Bags.
  • Comfort - 4 Passengers, 3 Bags.
  • Business - 3 Passengers, 3 Bags.
  • Premium - 3 Passengers, 3 Bags.
  • Minivan - 4 Passengers, 4 Bags.
  • Minibus - 7 Passengers, 7 Bags.
  • Premium Minibus - 6 Passengers, 4 Bags.
  • Minibus - 10 Passengers, 10 Bags.
  • Minibus - 13 Passengers, 13 Bags.
  • Minibus - 16 Passengers, 16 Bags.
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Which vehicles are available for private transfers at Glasgow Airport (GLA)?
The following private transfer vehicles are available at Glasgow Airport GLA:
  • Economy - VW Golf, Ford Focus, Opel Astra, Audi A3, BMW 3, etc.
  • Comfort - VW Passat, Toyota Camry, Toyota Fortuner, Chevrolet Suburban, etc.
  • Business - Mercedes E-class, Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS, etc.
  • Premium - Mercedes S-class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A7, Lexus GX, etc.
  • Minivan - VW Touran, Ford Galaxy, Opel Zefira, Peugeot 807, etc.
  • Minibus - VW Multivan, Toyota Hiace, Opel Vivaro, Hyundai H-1, etc.
  • Premium Minibus - Mercedes Viano Premium, VW Multivan Premium, etc.
  • Minibus - Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Toyota Coaster, etc.
  • Minibus - Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Toyota Coaster, etc.
  • Minibus - Ford Transit (1-16), Mercedes Sprinter (1-16), Peugeot Boxer (1-16), etc.
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What is the cheapest type of private transfer between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Brunel University London?
The cheapest type of private transfer between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Brunel University London is Economy starting from £881 per one transfer. - Book now.
How far is Brunel University London from Glasgow Airport (GLA)?
Brunel University London is 650KM from Glasgow Airport and will take approximately 400 minutes to arrive by private transfer - Book now
How long does it take to transfer between Glasgow Airport (GLA) + Brunel University London?
It will take approximately 400 minutes to transfer between Glasgow Airport and Brunel University London by private vehicle, it's approximately 650KM - Book now