The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Blackburn will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Glasgow to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
NX590 · NX540
NX590 · NX540Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Blackburn 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 train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 261 km
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Blackburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Blackburn coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX590 · NX540 | On time 08:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h25 | 20:05 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1 change | |
NX181 · RL152 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h55 | 06:55 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 07:40 Glasgow | 10h55 | 18:35 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Blackburn
Buses from Glasgow to Blackburn run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:26, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 261 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 04:26 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Blackburn with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus 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 Blackburn coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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