What is the distance between Derby and Glasgow?

The distance between the two cities is 232 miles (374 km).

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

If you're headed to Glasgow from Derby, chances are that your bus will depart from Derby Riverlights Bus Station and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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 Auchentoshan Distillery, Glasgow Science Centre, House for an Art Lover, Glasgow Botanic Gardens and Celtic Park.

Bus Derby to Glasgow from $34 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Derby to Glasgow on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Derby	14h 20m	7:00pm	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Derby	14h 20m	7:00pm	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Derby	13h	7:00pm	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	12:55pm	Derby	17h 20m	6:15am	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Derby	14h 5m	9:45am	Glasgow	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

232 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $93	Average Duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $340	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $35	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Glasgow?

Stops in Derby

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Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Central Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
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B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Derby to Glasgow by bus

What is the distance between Derby and Glasgow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Glasgow?
What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$55

11/23

$69

Today

$41

11/25

$44

11/26

$40

11/27

$45

11/28

$50

11/29

$47

The cheapest trip from Derby to Glasgow was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $81 for a bus ticket from Derby to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-26.