4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Swansea to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€87
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 32 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Swansea to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Glasgow will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
It's difficult to get from Swansea to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Swansea to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. 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 €25, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 472 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€64 Average price Cheapest | €144 Average price | €93 Average price |
14h 51m Average total duration 14h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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
Swansea to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Glasgow buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX507 · NX595 | Delayed 12:45 AM 5:30 PMSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 14h10 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 19h30 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 19h20 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 20h35 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 20h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX111 · NX181 | On time 3:45 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 15h00 | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX111 · NX181 | 3:53 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 14h52 | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NX595 | On time 5:20 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 14h20 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NX595 | On time 5:30 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 14h10 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Glasgow
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Buses from Swansea to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:56, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 472 km distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 472 km |
Average bus duration 14h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 10m |
First bus 03:56 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Swansea to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Glasgow with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Swansea to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Swansea, University Bay Campus, Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, West Way, Swansea, Fabian Way / Port Tennant Road, Swansea, Fabian Way Park'N' Ride and Swansea, Wellington Street. When arriving in Glasgow, you can end your journey in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1), Glasgow, Bothwell Street / Hope Street, Glasgow, North Hanover Street (Queen Street Station), Glasgow, Waterloo Street (Cadogan Square Car Park) and Glasgow, St. Vincent Place / Buchanan Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, University Bay Campus, which is located around 3.2 miles (5.1 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 Swansea to Glasgow
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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