Altrincham to Glasgow bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Altrincham to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

8 h 20 m

Average duration

8 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Altrincham for Glasgow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
21:258h20
Altrincham
05:45Glasgow
£421One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach, train and flight for Altrincham to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Altrincham to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £62.

Distance: 302 km

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Train

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

£62

Average Price

£44

Average Price

5h 30m

Average total duration

5h 0m

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30m

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4h 15m

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1h 15m

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3h 0m

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5h 37m

Average total duration

5h 7m

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Live departures

Altrincham to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Altrincham to Glasgow coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Bee Network22:00 Altrincham
9h55
07:55 Glasgow1 change
Bee Network22:25 Altrincham
9h30
07:55 Glasgow2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Altrincham to Glasgow

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Buses from Altrincham to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £28 by train.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 8h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28
Distance
302 km
Average bus duration
5h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
8h 20m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28

Bus providers: Megabus, Bee Network from Altrincham to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Altrincham to Glasgow with Megabus, Bee Network for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£20
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

Bee Network

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Bee Network frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Altrincham to Glasgow coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Glasgow by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Altrincham to Glasgow can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Altrincham to Glasgow is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Altrincham to Glasgow is 8h 20m to travel the 302 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Altrincham to Glasgow leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Altrincham to Glasgow leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Altrincham to Glasgow with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Altrincham to Glasgow, you can count on Megabus, Bee Network for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Altrincham and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Altrincham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange . When arriving in Glasgow , you can end your route in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Airport, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Glasgow from Altrincham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Altrincham to Glasgow is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Altrincham and Glasgow including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Altrincham to Glasgow with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Altrincham and Glasgow

Altrincham
Glasgow
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

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