4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Glasgow will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Oxford to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford 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 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €129.
Distance: 498 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price | €75 Average price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, January 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 PM Oxford | 13h00 | 5:45 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM Oxford | 10h10 | 6:40 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 4 | |||||
| NX737 · NX591 | On time 6:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 13h35 | 8:05 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Glasgow
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Buses from Oxford to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €36 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:28, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 498 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 04:28 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Oxford to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Glasgow with National Express, Megabus for as low as €36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Oxford, Frideswide Square, Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4) and Oxford, Thornhill Park and Ride. When arriving in Glasgow, you can end your route 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 Oxford, Frideswide Square, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 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 Oxford to Glasgow
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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