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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
1 h 8 m
Buses on 16 Sept
3
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 3 buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
7:201h07Glasgow Central (GLC)8:27Edinburgh Airport£51One-way0 changes- 6:201h07Glasgow Central (GLC)7:27Edinburgh Airport£51One-way0 changes
8:151h10Glasgow Central (GLC)9:25Edinburgh Airport£61One-way0 changes
- 7:201h07Glasgow Central (GLC)8:27Edinburgh Airport£51One-way0 changes
- 6:201h07Glasgow Central (GLC)7:27Edinburgh Airport£51One-way0 changes
- 8:151h10Glasgow Central (GLC)9:25Edinburgh Airport£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 57 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 8m.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £36. The journey takes 1h 8m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, FlixBus, National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:20 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 7:27 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:20 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h07 | 8:27 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h10 | 9:25 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 or National Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or National Express to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport
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Buses from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 18:55. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 57m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 5:05 |
Last bus 18:55 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh AirportYou can travel by bus between Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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