The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Bath
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
12 h 46 m
Average duration
16 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bath will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow for Bath 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 514 km distance in an average of 16 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 46 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 19 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 Glasgow to Bath
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 514 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price | £138 Average Price |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bath coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX595 · NX403 | On time 21:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h25 | 10:10 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX101 · BLX39 | On time 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h33 | 11:33 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h55 | 14:50 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 20 February | |||||
![]() | 08:40 Glasgow | 12h46 | 21:26 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:15 Glasgow | 16h05 | 01:20 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Glasgow | 20h19 | 06:49 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:15 Glasgow | 15h00 | 10:15 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Bath
Buses from Glasgow to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 514 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 514 km |
Average bus duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow to BathYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Bath with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Glasgow to Bath: Journey Details
There are no direct buses from Glasgow to Bath. National Express Coaches have three departures a day from Saturday to Thursday, with four on Fridays, that make connections at Bristol, or Bristol and Birmingham. Departures are from around 8:00 a.m., until about 11:00 p.m. and journey times of approximately 11 hours.
Taking the Bus from Glasgow
Buses from Glasgow to Bath depart from Glasgow Buchanan Street Bus Station, located near the city centre and linked by Metro trains, as well as Citylink , McGill and Stagecoach buses to central Glasgow and the surrounding areas. Frequent night bus routes operate in the city throughout the week and taxi ranks are located outside Buchanan Street Bus Station.
Getting into Bath by Bus
Bath is a charming, small city, perfect for exploring on foot, where the streets are lined with beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture built in mellow Cotswold stone. The city has plenty to offer visitors that shows-off its history from Roman times to the present. Popular sights include the Roman Baths, the Jane Austen Centre, Bath Abbey and the Royal Crescent. The city is a good venue for shopping and dining and is also a gateway to the beautiful countryside of Somerset. Buses from Glasgow to Bath arrive at Bath Spa Train Station, a beautiful building designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The bus and train station are based in the heart of the city, with taxi ranks located outside. Both tourist and local buses stop at the station and operate routes covering Bath and the surrounding villages.
FAQs: Glasgow to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Bath 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 Bath, 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 and Bath
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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