The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€66
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London 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 to Glasgow will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 19 buses that leave London for Glasgow on Fri, Feb 20, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 20 the direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Fri, Feb 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 555 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price | €118 Average price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Glasgow buses for today, Thursday, February 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX421 · NX183 | On time 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h35 | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h30 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h00 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h15 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 | Delayed 8:20 PM 9:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 11h15 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h40 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 10h00 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h15 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX594 | On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h35 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h45 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 10h00 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 13h15 | 11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 12h45 | 11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX595 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h55 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 · NX183 | On time 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 19h05 | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h46 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h20 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Glasgow
Buses from London to Glasgow run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 555 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 555 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from London to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between London to Glasgow with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London To Glasgow
Buses offer a comfortable way to travel from London to Edinburgh with frequent daily departures. National Express coaches leave eight times per day, the first at 00:30, the next at 7:00 a.m., and the last at 23:59. Some are direct, others require one change at Birmingham, and a few involve changes at Heathrow and Birmingham. Megabus offers eight daily direct services, the first leaving at 8:00 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m. Travel time ranges from 8 hours and 30 minutes and 13 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Glasgow?
Departure Station: Buses from London to Glasgow leave from Victoria Coach Station on Buckingham Palace Road. The station is easily reached by tube on the Victoria, District, or Circle lines, or bus numbers 22, 211, 239, C1 and N11. Victoria bus and rail stations are also close by.
Arrival Station: Buses from London arrive at Buchanan Bus Station on Killermont Street near George Square. As the city's main bus terminus, it offers convenient onward bus routes. Buchanan Street subway station and Glasgow Queen Street railway station are both nearby.
FAQs: Bus from London to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 London to Glasgow
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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