Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 14 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

56 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Edinburgh Airport for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 58 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
07:101h10
Edinburgh Airport
08:20Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:050h55
Edinburgh Airport
22:00Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:251h10
Edinburgh Airport
17:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
£91One-way
0 changes
Megabus
12:401h58
Edinburgh Airport
14:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
£141One-way
0 changes
Megabus
15:100h58
Edinburgh Airport
16:08Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
£151One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 56 km

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£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

1h 40m

Average total duration

1h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 4m

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Live departures

Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb12:40 Edinburgh Airport
1h58
14:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
megb15:10 Edinburgh Airport
0h58
16:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:05 Edinburgh Airport
0h55
22:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect
Friday 21 November
national_express07:10 Edinburgh Airport
1h10
08:20 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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Buses from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:10, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 55m.

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
Distance
56 km
Average bus duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
50
Direct buses
40
Fastest bus
55m
First bus
07:10
Last bus
21:30
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

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)You can travel by bus between Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with Megabus, National Express, Scottish Citylink for as low as £5. 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
58m
Cheapest Price
£14
Megabus frequency
78 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

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
3 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.

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£13
Scottish Citylink frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is on average 58 min   for the 35 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 00: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) without having to change trains with Scottish Citylink. There are 109 direct coaches from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coach with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express or Scottish Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is worth doing with a journey time of 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is October.
You have options as you can travel between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
    No, luggage for the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).

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