4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Inverness to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Inverness to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Glasgow will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 14 buses that leave Inverness for Glasgow on Sat, Feb 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Inverness to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €124.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price | €150 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Glasgow buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:10 PM Inverness | 6h45 | 1:55 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
| FlixBus | 7:20 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 3h55 | 11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 9h25 | 4:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 7h25 | 2:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 4h10 | 1:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 5h35 | 2:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 4h00 | 2:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 6h00 | 4:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:50 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 3h55 | 4:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:30 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 5h05 | 6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 6h05 | 7:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 4h05 | 7:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 5h05 | 8:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 3h55 | 8:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Glasgow
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Buses from Inverness to Glasgow run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:54, the last at 20:22. The fastest bus covers the 179 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 179 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 04:54 |
Last bus 20:22 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Inverness to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Glasgow with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Inverness to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Glasgow by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Inverness to Glasgow
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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