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London to Glasgow by bus

The journey from London to Glasgow by bus is 556.68 km and takes 12 hrs 8 mins. There are 75 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 am and the last at 11:59 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Glasgow by bus for as little as RM 99.46 or as much as RM 852.07. The best price for this journey is RM 99.46.

Lowest Price RM 99.46
Journey Duration 12 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 75
Lowest Price RM 99.46
Highest Price RM 852.07
First Departure 12:25 am
Last Departure 11:59 pm
Distance 556.68 km
Departure London
Arrival Glasgow
Carriers FlixBus, Megabus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around RM 95.91 to RM 227.12 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 58% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Glasgow

The cheapest London - Glasgow bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 79.45 if you’re lucky, or RM 110.77 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 157.60.

Find the best day to travel to Glasgow by bus

When travelling to Glasgow by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, Megabus and National Express from London to Glasgow
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Glasgow by bus.
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London to Glasgow CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
38.97kg
Bus
41.75kg
Flight
111.34kg
Car
89.07kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Glasgow?
A bus ticket from London to Glasgow is RM 293.43. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 99.46.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Glasgow?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Glasgow is RM 99.46. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Glasgow by bus?
London to Glasgow is 556.68 km.
How long does the bus between London and Glasgow take?
London to Glasgow is on average 12 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Glasgow?
The bus journey from London to Glasgow is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Glasgow?
London to Glasgow has 75 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Glasgow leave?
The earliest bus from London to Glasgow departs at 12:25 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Glasgow depart?
The latest bus from London to Glasgow departs at 11:59 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Glasgow in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 99.46 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Glasgow?
There are on average 33 direct connection(s) from London to go to Glasgow.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Glasgow by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Glasgow is 8 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Glasgow?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Glasgow.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Glasgow by bus?
The bus journey from London to Glasgow creates 41.75kg of CO2 emissions.

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