The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow International Airport to London
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
35
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 35 buses that leave Glasgow International Airport for London every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 561 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
NX181 · NX40023:0011h50Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station10:50London, Victoria Coach Station£301One-way1 change
NX59521:458h35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station6:20London, Victoria Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
NX5908:4011h40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station20:20London, Victoria Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:2010h05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station20:25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£351One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:2010h40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station21:00London, Victoria Coach Station£351One-way0 changes
NX59422:458h35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station7:20London, Victoria Coach Station£381One-way0 changes
NX59521:458h35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station6:20London, Victoria Coach Station£341One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:408h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station7:25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£451One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:558h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station8:50London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£451One-way0 changes
NX594 · NX02522:458h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station7:40London, Earl's Court£631One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow International Airport to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 561 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £94 Average Price |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow International Airport to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to London coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 Glasgow International Airport | 11h40 | 20:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Glasgow International Airport | 8h35 | 6:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h45 | 19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h10 | 18:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h40 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 · NX210 · NX030 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h50 | 22:30 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Glasgow International Airport to London by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
22 Jul
23 Jul
24 Jul
25 Jul
26 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
Why should you book Glasgow International Airport to London coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow International Airport to London.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow International Airport to London.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow International Airport to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow International Airport to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow International Airport to London
Buses from Glasgow International Airport to London run on average 26 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 561 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 561 km |
Average bus duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 6:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow International Airport to LondonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow International Airport to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Glasgow International Airport to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport to London 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 London, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow International Airport and London
Most Glasgow International Airport to London buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Glasgow International Airport and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Earl's Court from London city centre
Most popular bus connections from Glasgow International Airport
More options for your journey from Glasgow International Airport to London
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


