The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Cheltenham will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Cheltenham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 463 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 45 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 Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Cheltenham 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 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 463 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price | £57 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cheltenham coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 15h50 | 23:35 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
NX183 · NX100 | On time 10:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 15h45 | 02:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 15h15 | 13:55 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Cheltenham
Buses from Glasgow to Cheltenham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 463 km distance in 13h 55m.
Distance 463 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 55m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Glasgow to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Cheltenham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cheltenham, Gloucester Road (Arle Court), located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Cheltenham
- 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
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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