How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow cost?

The bus ticket price from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow starts at $9. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow 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 Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow?

The average travel time between Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow is around , although the fastest bus will take about 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 42 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow?

The number of buses from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 78 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow?

When taking the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, you can travel comfortably and safely with Megabus UK, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

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 A82 Road (Glasgow to Inverness), Auchentoshan Distillery, Pollok Country Park, Glasgow Cathedral, West Highland Line (Train to Mallaig).

Bus Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	11:50am	Edinburgh Airport	58m	12:48pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Edinburgh Airport	3h 35m	4:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Edinburgh Airport	58m	1:08pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	56m	9:33pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	8:37pm	Edinburgh Airport	37m	9:14pm	Newhouse Hotel Stop	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Edinburgh Airport	54m	5:34am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	8h 10m	3:50pm	Glasgow Airport Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	59m	8:04am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

35 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $45	Average Duration1h 2m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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Megabus UK

3.5/54,281 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,517 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow cost?
The bus ticket price from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow starts at $9. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow 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 Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow?
The average travel time between Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow is around , although the fastest bus will take about 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 42 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow?
The number of buses from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 78 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow?
When taking the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, you can travel comfortably and safely with Megabus UK, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 A82 Road (Glasgow to Inverness), Auchentoshan Distillery, Pollok Country Park, Glasgow Cathedral, West Highland Line (Train to Mallaig).