4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Glasgow will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Durham for Glasgow every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 208 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 208 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Glasgow coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:45 Durham | 4h10 | 07:55 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 Durham | 9h00 | 20:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:55 Durham | 4h05 | 19:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Durham to Glasgow coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Durham to Glasgow.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Durham to Glasgow.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Durham to Glasgow.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Durham to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Durham to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Durham to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Durham to Glasgow with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Durham to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Glasgow
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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