How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow?

The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to Glasgow start from £19. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Glasgow?

The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Glasgow is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 237 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 30m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Glasgow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

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

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Glasgow at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.

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

A bus journey from Nottingham to Glasgow produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29741 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to Glasgow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller 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 Nottingham to Glasgow from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Glasgow on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 30m	18:25	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 30m	18:25	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	20:25	University of Nottingham	13h 20m	09:45	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	19:15	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	11h 30m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	13h 15m	06:15	Glasgow	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Glasgow on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	13h 50m	19:00	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	09:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 40m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	14h 25m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Glasgow on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	10h 5m	19:00	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	13h 50m	19:00	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	09:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 40m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Glasgow on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	10h	11:15	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 35m	09:20	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	13h 50m	19:00	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	09:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 40m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:32 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage duration

236 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £106	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£151 - £151	Average duration5h 59m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £25	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Glasgow?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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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

3.5/511,476 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences regarding the journey from Nottingham to Glasgow, highlighting a driver who maintained excellent communication and calmness during challenging weather conditions. However, some passengers expressed a desire for more direct routes between Glasgow and Nottingham to reduce travel time.

National Express Nottingham Glasgow recent customer reviews

Great journey from Nottingham to Glasgow, considering the stormy conditions. Our driver was absolutely amazing. He kept us informed throughout the journey. Despite the delays and difficulties along the way, he remained calm and cheerful. We felt very safe in his hands. By far the safest driver!!!

Patricia P.

29 January 2025

Too long a journey wish u could do a bus straight from glasgow to nottingham

Rose G.

26 May 2022

Very enjoyable liked the free wi-fi

George I.

21 October 2017

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nottingham to Glasgow

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

How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow?
The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to Glasgow start from £19. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Glasgow?
The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Glasgow is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 237 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Glasgow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to Glasgow?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Glasgow at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Glasgow?
A bus journey from Nottingham to Glasgow produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29741 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Glasgow?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nottingham to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/11

£36

29/11

£41

Today

£41

01/12

£41

02/12

£30

03/12

£28

04/12

£22

05/12

£33

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Glasgow was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £80 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually National Express 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.