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

The bus ticket price from Glasgow to London starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to London 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 Glasgow to London?

The average travel time between Glasgow and London is around 11h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Glasgow to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Glasgow to London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Glasgow to London?

When taking the bus from Glasgow to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

Bus Glasgow to London from US$25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 20m	21:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
16:55	Glasgow	16h 30m	09:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 10m	08:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
19:15	Glasgow	10h 30m	05:45	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 20m	21:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 40m	20:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 10m	08:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	10h 40m	21:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 40m	20:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 20m	21:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	10h 40m	21:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 40m	20:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 20m	21:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	Glasgow	9h 30m	09:25	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 40m	20:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 20m	21:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	10h 40m	21:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 40m	20:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 50m	19:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 20m	13:40	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:25	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 55m	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 30m	20:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 20m	13:40	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to London on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	10h 40m	21:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 40m	07:50	Finchley Road	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	11h 30m	20:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
07:45	Glasgow	11h 30m	19:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 20m	13:40	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

556 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$27 - US$171	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$54 - US$441	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$42 - US$81	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Bus Glasgow to London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53

Average bus trip duration11h 55m

Number of daily buses53

Earliest bus departure04:20

Distance556 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11153 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$27

Flixbus Glasgow London recent customer reviews

The trip was tremendous and unlike others I have had. The drivers were exceptionally professional and made the trip enjoyable for everyone.

Omotayo O.

15 July 2025

The bus was delayed for over 120 minutes and I missed my appointment due to reaching Victoria at 08:46 am

Mariama S.

28 December 2024

The Journey was calm

Emmanuel O.

15 January 2025

National Express

4/529 686 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users consistently highlight the friendly and helpful nature of the drivers, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. Many appreciate multiple stops for refreshments during their journey. However, there were isolated incidents such as a tire issue and an unexpected door opening on one occasion that were mentioned by some travelers.

National Express Glasgow London recent customer reviews

For the bus to stop at a garage so that we can use toilets and buy drink at a convenient shopping centre

Martha O.

26 July 2025

Was good driver but had a busted tire on 1st one then 2ed one door opened along the motorway

Mark H.

12 April 2024

I was disappointed with my travel as I booked 4 supposedly XL seats so I was disappointed to see all seats were the same size

John G.

26 July 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54 261 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Many users appreciated the timely service and comfortable seating provided by Megabus, highlighting a smooth journey experience. However, some reviews noted limited legroom and a lack of charging points as areas for improvement. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally found the service to be reliable and enjoyable overall.

Megabus Glasgow London recent customer reviews

Enjoyed nothing about it the buss was far to warm with heat the sweat was running of me and also for a night time bus having nothing to charge your phone on is shocking. Toilets stinking just absolutely shocking

Chris D.

27 December 2024

The ventilation was extremely poor. And there was no charging port for iPhone devices

Joshua O.

1 December 2024

Heater was not working in the bus. My husband got cold and fever because of that and there is no hygiene in the toilet Toilet was very dirty, I hope I will not get infected by that. Very bad experience.

Monika P.

30 November 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Infobus, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Gontijo

Glasgow to London Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Glasgow to London. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Glasgow to London from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Glasgow to London, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and London?

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Earl's Court

D - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

E - London Elephant & Castle

F - Old Kent Rd

Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - London

How much does a bus ticket from Glasgow to London cost?
The bus ticket price from Glasgow to London starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to London 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 Glasgow to London?
The average travel time between Glasgow and London is around 11h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Glasgow and London?
The number of buses from Glasgow to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Glasgow to London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Glasgow to London?
When taking the bus from Glasgow to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$98

01/11

US$68

Today

US$65

03/11

US$56

04/11

US$42

05/11

US$35

06/11

US$43

07/11

US$48

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to London was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$144 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-11-05.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Glasgow and London!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Glasgow to London, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Glasgow to London that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Glasgow to London 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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 55m	Avg priceUS$53	Daily departures53
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h	Avg priceUS$133	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time7h 30m	Avg priceUS$55	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to Glasgow by bus?

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