Bus from London to Glasgow: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Glasgow on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
GlasgowCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StnFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StnNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Glasgow Airport Terminal 1No tags
      MegabusBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Buchanan Bus StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:39 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from London 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 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        7h 10mAverage Duration
        345 milesDistance
        23kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$24 - $172Average Duration11h 35m
        14kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$54 - $436Average Duration4h 38m
        13kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$43 - $78Average Duration7h 10m
        23kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Glasgow by bus

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Glasgow?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Glasgow start from $24. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from London to Glasgow?

          The average bus trip duration from London to Glasgow is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 358 miles (577 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Glasgow route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 45 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK, The Airline.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Glasgow?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Glasgow at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Glasgow?

          A bus trip from London to Glasgow generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Glasgow?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Glasgow?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Glasgow?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Glasgow?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
        11/26
        $43
        11/27
        $46
        Today
        $49
        11/29
        $49
        11/30
        $53
        12/01
        $30
        12/02
        $25
        12/03
        $24
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Glasgow was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $24

        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 $24 to $130 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 $24 which is on 2025-12-03.

        Usually FlixBus 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.

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

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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