The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Coventry
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Coventry will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 buses that leave Glasgow for Coventry every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 9 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 424 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Coventry coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Glasgow | 14h00 | 23:30 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:40 Glasgow | 8h25 | 06:05 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:55 Glasgow | 9h40 | 08:35 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
![]() | 07:40 Glasgow | 10h15 | 17:55 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Coventry
Buses from Glasgow to Coventry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 424 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 424 km |
Average bus duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Coventry with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Coventry 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 Coventry, 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 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Coventry
- 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
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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