Is there a way to reach Glasgow from London without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Glasgow from London by bus?

The travel time from London to Glasgow is about 11h 15m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 8h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 345 miles (556 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between London and Glasgow?

About 345 miles (556 km) separate London and Glasgow.

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

If you're headed to Glasgow from London, chances are that your bus will leave from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from London to Glasgow?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $23, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Glasgow?

The average price of a one-way ticket from London to Glasgow is $48. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $23 and $184, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, West Highland Line (Train to Mallaig), Auchentoshan Distillery, Hunterian Museum and Glasgow Botanic Gardens.

Bus London to Glasgow from $18 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $57

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from $56

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from $54

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from $37

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from $43

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from $41

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from $45

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from $44

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 15 at 9:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 15 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: June 15 at 10:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 15 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 45m
Departure time: June 15 at 9:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 15 at 8:15pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 15m
Departure time: June 15 at 9:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 15 at 8:15pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 45m
Departure time: June 15 at 7:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: June 15 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$23 - $184	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$57 - $443	Average Duration4h 43m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$45 - $79	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Glasgow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$48

Average bus trip duration11h 15m

Number of daily buses39

Earliest bus departure12:10am

Distance345 miles (556 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,045 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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 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

4/529,245 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

3.5/54,175 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

Drivers ran out of drive time due to motorway roadworks - over an hour and 20 mins late.

Raheil A.

June 10, 2025

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

The Airline

4.5/5281 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.1

Infobus

4/5471 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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

London to Glasgow Bus

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Where are the popular stops in London and Glasgow?

Stops in London

A - Green Line Coach Station

B - Victoria Coach Station

C - Finchley Road

D - Earl's Court

E - Marble Arch

F - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Glasgow

Is there a way to reach Glasgow from London without flying?
How long does it take to get to Glasgow from London by bus?
What is the distance between London and Glasgow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Glasgow?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from London to Glasgow?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Glasgow?
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

06/12

$77

06/13

$79

Today

$54

06/15

$52

06/16

$52

06/17

$34

06/18

$39

06/19

$37

The cheapest trip from London to Glasgow was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $145 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 $34 which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually 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 15m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures39
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 43m	Avg Price$194	Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time6h 50m	Avg Price$69	Daily Departures1

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Where are the popular stops in London and Glasgow?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Glasgow

Is there a way to reach Glasgow from London without flying?

How long does it take to get to Glasgow from London by bus?

What is the distance between London and Glasgow?

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

What is the most cost-effective way to go from London to Glasgow?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from London to Glasgow?

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

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Did you know?

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

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