How far is it from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The distance between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 42 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

The fastest route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Brightons?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the west of Brightons.

Which roads does the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) follow?

The drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) mainly follows M80.

Which towns do you pass between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Towns on the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Falkirk, Stirling, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Paisley.

Are there charging stations between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Roadchef Bothwell Services (350 kW); Drip Road, Stirling (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 500.

Brightons Glasgow Airport (GLA)

Distance: 42 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes about 55 min via M80. The distance is 42 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Blackston, Torwood, Dennistoun, Stobcross (historical), High Knightswood. Driving directions

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Driving directions20 · 42 mi

1 Depart right onto Maddiston Road 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Main Street 1 mi
3 Continue left onto Station Road 1 mi
4 Turn left onto Salmon Inn Road 1 mi
5 Continue straight onto Grandsable Road 1 mi
6 Turn right onto Grandsable Road 31 yd
7 Turn straight 1 mi
8 Continue straight 1 mi
9 Enter rotary left 25 yd
10 Exit rotary slightly left 6 mi
11 Keep slightly left 6 mi
12 Merge slightly right 8 mi
13 Keep slightly right 8 mi

14 Continue straight 5 mi
15 Keep slightly right 7 mi
16 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
17 Enter rotary straight onto Barnsford Road 1 mi
18 Exit rotary straight onto Barnsford Road 2 mi
19 Turn right onto Walkinshaw Road 1 mi
20 Arrive onto Walkinshaw Road

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The return trip from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Brightons covers roughly the same distance, 42 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

500 chargers

109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow, Scotland, G5 0BA350 kW
Roadchef Bothwell ServicesRoadchef Bothwell Services, G71 8BG350 kW
Drip Road, StirlingDrip Road, Stirling, FK9 4UA300 kW
Duke Street, GlasgowDuke Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G31 5NZ300 kW
Motherwell Road, HamiltonMotherwell Road, Hamilton, Scotland, ML3 6AD300 kW

EV Charging Points

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Seagull Trust Cruises
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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Whitehill, South Lanarkshire23 mi · 35 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Milngavie12 mi · 25 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Sheddens13 mi · 30 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Stanely5 mi · 15 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → Loanhead, Renfrewshire5 mi · 10 min Glasgow Airport (GLA) → North Clippens6 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The distance between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA) is 42 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: The fastest route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Glasgow Airport (GLA) from Brightons?: Glasgow Airport (GLA) lies roughly to the west of Brightons.
Which roads does the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) follow?: The drive from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) mainly follows M80.
Which towns do you pass between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Towns on the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA) include Falkirk, Stirling, East Kilbride, Glasgow, Paisley.
Are there charging stations between Brightons and Glasgow Airport (GLA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Brightons to Glasgow Airport (GLA), including 109 Polmadie Road, Glasgow (350 kW); Roadchef Bothwell Services (350 kW); Drip Road, Stirling (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 500.

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