The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Accrington
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Accrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Accrington will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Glasgow for Accrington every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Accrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Accrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £39.
Distance: 264 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Accrington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Accrington coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:40 Glasgow | 11h10 | 18:50 Accrington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Accrington
Buses from Glasgow to Accrington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:13, the last at 19:46. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 06:13 |
Last bus 19:46 |
Bus providers: First Greater Glasgow from Glasgow to AccringtonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Accrington with First Greater Glasgow for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Accrington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Accrington 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 Accrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Accrington
- 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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