Colchester to Glasgow bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£92

Average price

£92

Fastest journey

17 h

Average duration

17 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

556 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Colchester to Glasgow will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £92.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester 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 556 km distance in an average of 17 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h .

The slowest buses will take 17 h 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
02:0517h00
Colchester
19:05Glasgow
£921One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Colchester to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £77.

Distance: 556 km

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£82

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Cheapest

£85

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£111

Average Price

12h 12m

Average total duration

11h 42m

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30m

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4h 22m

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1h 22m

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3h 0m

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6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

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Live departures

Colchester to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Glasgow coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express15:30 Colchester
15h10
06:40 Glasgow0 changesdirect
national_express20:35 Colchester
22h30
19:05 Glasgow0 changesdirect
Saturday 8 November
national_express02:05 Colchester
17h00
19:05 Glasgow0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Glasgow

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Buses from Colchester to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £37 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 02:42, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 556 km distance in 15h 5m.

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
Flight from £37
Distance
556 km
Average bus duration
11h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£56
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
15h 5m
First bus
02:42
Last bus
22:30
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
Flight from £37

Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Glasgow with National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 5m
Cheapest Price
£65
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Colchester to Glasgow coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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 Colchester to Glasgow can start from as little as £48 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester to Glasgow is £67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Colchester to Glasgow coach travel time is 15 h 5 min   for the 345 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Colchester to Glasgow leaves at 03: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Colchester to Glasgow leaves at 23: 00.
There are 2 coaches a day from Colchester to Glasgow which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Colchester to Glasgow you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Colchester and Glasgow on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Colchester to Glasgow by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel from Colchester to Glasgow 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Colchester to Glasgow has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.
    No, luggage for the coach from Colchester to Glasgow needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Colchester to Glasgow.

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    The major coach station for departures in Colchester is Colchester, East Hill / High Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester, East Hill / High Street for your trip from Colchester to Glasgow.
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