4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Folkestone to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Folkestone to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Glasgow will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Folkestone for Glasgow every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 642 km distance in an average of 14 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Folkestone to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £170.
Distance: 642 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price | £74 Average Price |
13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Folkestone to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Glasgow coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:50 Folkestone | 15h25 | 19:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Glasgow
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Buses from Folkestone to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 642 km distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 642 km |
Average bus duration 12h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Folkestone to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Folkestone to Glasgow with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Folkestone to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone 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.
When departing from Folkestone, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Folkestone, Middelburg Square, Folkestone, Eurotunnel Terminal (FOCA) and Folkestone, Motorway Service Area. When arriving in Glasgow, you can end your journey in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) and Glasgow, Bothwell Street / Hope Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Folkestone, Middelburg Square, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone 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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