How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow start from $8. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The average bus trip duration from Edinburgh to Glasgow is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 35 miles (57 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 31m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Glasgow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 555 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Glasgow at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow generates an estimated 1.403875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29882 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Edinburgh to Glasgow from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Bus Station	1h 11m	5:26pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Cheapest
Bus	7:45pm	Newbridge	31m	8:16pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Bus Station	1h 10m	9:20am	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Bus Station	4h 30m	12:25pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	57m	5:37am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Glasgow

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

555bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

35 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $46	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $47	Average Duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Glasgow?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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 Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews

I cancelled the booking in minutes when i booked after that i got voucher option but its not came through by email so i lost my money

Arun M.

November 16, 2024

Driver assistant was incredibly rude and screamed at us. the driver was nice and drove well

Daniah A.

October 9, 2024

Very bad experience, the bathroom leaked dirt on the bags at the bottom of the bus and found my bag was not clean

Fahad A.

September 1, 2024

Megabus UK

3.6/54,308 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its comfort and punctuality. The staff is frequently praised for being friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, some users mentioned challenges in locating the Megabus stop at Edinburgh airport due to unclear signage but appreciated assistance from others in finding it.

Megabus Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was operated by Citylink and this information was not provided on the ticket. That was confusing.

Monika S.

July 3, 2025

Very easy journey and helpful bus driver. Made the trip very pleasant. Much better than I expected it to be.

Kimberly S.

March 26, 2025

We missed our bus because the instructions on the ticket took us to the wrong bus stop.

Jessica C.

March 21, 2025

National Express

4.2/529,882 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 97 reviews, National Express received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the timeliness. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $8

National Express Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews

The driver was angry, stressed, not customer friendly and almost made me miss the bus. Apart from that everything was fine.

Martin S.

May 13, 2018

First driver said we had to ride the next bus, nextdriver said we could've ridden the first bus! Bathroom was broken, which was something of an inconvenience.

Jacob H.

September 1, 2017

Everything was ok.

Bekim I.

October 13, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow start from $8. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The average bus trip duration from Edinburgh to Glasgow is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 35 miles (57 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 31m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Glasgow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 555 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Glasgow at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow generates an estimated 1.403875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29882 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $38 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2026-04-14.