The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 17 m
Buses per day
5
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 10 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 11 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.










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 bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 555 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price | €109 Average price |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Glasgow Central (GLC) bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX421 · NX183 | 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 | On time 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h35 | 8:05 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 | |
NX590 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h50 | 7:50 PM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 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 | |
NX400 · NX181 | On time 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h45 | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX181 | On time 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h20 | 6:20 AM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 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, 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 | |
NX595 | On time 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 7:40 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Distance 555 km |
Average bus duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)You can travel by bus between London to Glasgow Central (GLC) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Glasgow Central (GLC)
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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