The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 5 buses that leave Nottingham for Glasgow on Thu, Nov 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 381 km distance in an average of 9 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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 and bus for Nottingham to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 381 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €106 Average price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Glasgow buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 13h50 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 12h50 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 14h25 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 10h05 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 | 9:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h40 | 6:35 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 · NX590 | On time 10:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 9h35 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 13h15 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX181 | On time 7:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 11h20 | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 13h30 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 13h20 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:15 AM Nottingham | 10h00 | 10:15 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Glasgow
Buses from Nottingham to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 381 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 381 km |
Average bus duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Nottingham to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Glasgow with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus 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 Nottingham to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

When departing from Nottingham, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) and Nottingham, Beeston Centre Tram stop. When arriving in Glasgow, you can end your journey in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Hampden Park and Glasgow, Hangingshaw Pl (Hampden Park and Ride).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Glasgow
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
- 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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