How much does a bus ticket from London to Glasgow cost?

The bus ticket price from London to Glasgow starts at $22. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London to Glasgow is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London to Glasgow?

The average travel time between London and Glasgow is around 11h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 345 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London and Glasgow?

The number of buses from London to Glasgow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 37 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London to Glasgow by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Glasgow?

Buses traveling between London and Glasgow leave from Victoria Coach Station or Finchley Road and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

Once in Glasgow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are A82 Road (Glasgow to Inverness), Auchentoshan Distillery, Pollok Country Park, Glasgow Cathedral, West Highland Line (Train to Mallaig).

London to Glasgow Bus Tickets

TodayApr 29

from $29

TomorrowApr 30

from $25

ThuMay 1

from $29

FriMay 2

from $29

SatMay 3

from $42

SunMay 4

from $42

MonMay 5

from $33

TueMay 6

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 30 at 9:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 8:15pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 30 at 11:45pm
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 1 at 7:45am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h
Departure time: April 30 at 2:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 30m
Departure time: April 30 at 7:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 5:50pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 20m
Departure time: April 30 at 7:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 10:50pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 20m

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Glasgow.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $147	Average Duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$50 - $437	Average Duration4h 36m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $87	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from London to Glasgow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 4 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

4h 36mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$44

Average bus trip duration11h 5m

Number of daily buses37

Earliest bus departure12:10am

Distance340 miles (547 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,432 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus London Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was a smooth and enjoyable ride. However, I noticed there was no wifi on board which I am not happy about

Abolore O.

July 12, 2024

National Express

4/529,153 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting the friendly and helpful drivers as well as the peaceful journeys. Many appreciated opportunities to stretch during breaks. However, some users reported issues such as blocked onboard toilets and a lack of timely announcements at stations that nearly led to missed buses.

National Express London Glasgow recent customer reviews

We leave Victoria bus station at 11pm and they drop at Heathrow after we waited 1hours something before another bus came around 12am something and picked us

Davidson I.

April 19, 2025

I enjoyed the whole journey and 20mins of a break halfway through to stretch legs. The only challenge was the onboard toilet blocked and not flushing hence ut ended up smelling and and the bucket full

Gift N.

November 8, 2024

I enjoyed the stop to stretch and walk and I appreciate the pilot safety consciousness.

Lydia O.

September 10, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,162 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Travelers have shared a generally positive experience with this bus service, highlighting the beautiful views and quick journey times. The drivers are praised for being pleasant and efficient, contributing to a comfortable ride overall. However, some passengers noted issues such as cold air conditioning and minor discomfort due to seating arrangements or toilet conditions on long journeys.

Megabus London Glasgow recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy the trip and secondly that was not mega bus that they brought for us but rather Glasgow city bus and so unclean inside.

Charity M.

February 8, 2025

Bus was delayed by 45 minutes stopped 3 times once for an hour I’m not impressed

Eileen C.

July 30, 2024

It was over charged as was squashed in . The staff were rude on arrival and still was late ! At exit

Jay G.

July 21, 2024

The Airline

4.5/5277 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.2

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

London to Glasgow Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from London to Glasgow.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Glasgow from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in London and Glasgow?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Green Line Coach Station

D - Marble Arch

E - Earl's Court

F - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Glasgow

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How long is the bus ride from London to Glasgow?
How many daily bus connections are there between London and Glasgow?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/27

$63

04/28

$40

Today

$29

04/30

$25

05/01

$29

05/02

$29

05/03

$39

05/04

$41

The cheapest trip from London to Glasgow was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Glasgow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $96 for a bus ticket from London to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually National Express, Flixbus (GB) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from London to Glasgow.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from London to Glasgow.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Glasgow.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from London to Glasgow while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Glasgow?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 5m	Avg Price$44	Daily Departures37
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 36m	Avg Price$141	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h 30m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures1

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Bus London to Glasgow: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in London and Glasgow?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Glasgow

How much does a bus ticket from London to Glasgow cost?

How long is the bus ride from London to Glasgow?

How many daily bus connections are there between London and Glasgow?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Glasgow?

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Glasgow?

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