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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest price

€84

Average price

€100

Fastest journey

11 h 5 m

Average duration

13 h 6 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

532 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX737 · NX591
07:00AM12h45
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
07:45PMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
€841One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX777 · NX183
01:05AM17h20
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:25PMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
€941One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX594
06:50PM11h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:05AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
€1111One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX595
08:35PM11h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
07:40AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
€1111One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London Stansted Airport to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €71.

Distance: 532 km

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Flight

€64

Average price

Cheapest

€106

Average price

€77

Average price

11h 30m

Average total duration

11h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

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30m

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4h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:51 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express6:50 PM London Stansted Airport
11h15
6:05 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
national_express8:25 PM London Stansted Airport
11h15
7:40 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
national_express8:35 PM London Stansted Airport
11h05
7:40 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Sunday, March 22
national_expressNX777 · NX183
On time
1:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
17h20
6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX737 · NX5917:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
12h45
7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNXA8 · NX594
On time
6:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
11h15
6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 transfer
national_expressNXA8 · NX595
On time
8:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
11h05
7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 20:35. The fastest bus covers the 532 km distance in 11h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
532 km
Average bus duration
11h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€36
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
11h 5m
First bus
01:05
Last bus
20:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Glasgow with National Express for as low as €36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 5m
Cheapest Price
€36
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Glasgow is €64; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow is 11h 5m to travel the 532 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow leaves at 1:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow leaves at 8:35 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Glasgow from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Glasgow including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Glasgow

London
Glasgow
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)Accessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
address
Address
Paisley PA3 2TD, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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