Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Burntisland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Burntisland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 68 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Burntisland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Burntisland coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 Glasgow | 1h10 | 9:25 Burntisland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Burntisland
Buses from Glasgow to Burntisland run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 5:50 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Glasgow to Burntisland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Burntisland 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 Burntisland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Burntisland
Most Glasgow to Burntisland buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Burntisland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do buses to Burntisland leave from?
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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