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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 18
26
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC) will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 26 buses from London to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 18 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 8 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus8:30 PM11h25London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station7:55 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€351One-way1 transfer
NX5909:00 AM11h45London, Victoria Coach Station8:45 PMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€381One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:30 PM9h25London, Victoria Coach Station7:55 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€381One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM8h55London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)7:55 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€381One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:25 AM9h20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)9:45 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€401One-way0 transfers
- NX5949:30 PM8h35London, Victoria Coach Station6:05 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€531One-way0 transfers
- NX59511:00 PM8h40London, Victoria Coach Station7:40 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€431One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:30 PM8h45London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)6:15 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM8h55London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)7:55 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€381One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:25 PM9h10London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)8:35 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station€421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €39, while a train costs an average of €91.
Distance: 555 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €91 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A flight is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €41.
A flight is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €91.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 28m.
Bus takes on average 8h 12m.
Live departures
London to Glasgow Central (GLC) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Glasgow Central (GLC) buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 9:00 AM London, 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 | |
| NX032 · NX025 · NX594 | 1:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 16h45 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX032 · NX401 · NX594 | 1:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 16h45 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 11h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h15 | 6:15 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 | |
| NX594 | 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 | 9:55 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 | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h35 | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h10 | 8:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX424 · NX183 | 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 | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h20 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX421 · NX183 | 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h35 | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
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Buses from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 555 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 555 km |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)You can travel by bus between London to Glasgow Central (GLC) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), 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 Central (GLC)
Most London to Glasgow Central (GLC) buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Glasgow Central (GLC) bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Baker Street Station from London city centre
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station bus station facilities and services
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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