The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Cumbernauld
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Cumbernauld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow for Cumbernauld 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 19 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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 and coach for Glasgow to Cumbernauld
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Cumbernauld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 19 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Cumbernauld bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cumbernauld coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:15 Glasgow | 0h22 | 06:37 Town Centre Stances (stance 1) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:20 Glasgow | 0h20 | 06:40 Cumbernauld Town Centre Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:30 Glasgow | 0h31 | 07:01 Town Centre Stances (stance 2) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:35 Glasgow | 0h45 | 07:20 Town Centre Stances (stance 3) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:45 Glasgow | 0h22 | 07:07 Town Centre Stances (stance 1) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Cumbernauld by train or coach
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Why should you book Glasgow to Cumbernauld coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stagecoach East Scotland, Stagecoach West Scotland, Ember or JMB Travel to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Cumbernauld.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Cumbernauld.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Cumbernauld
Buses from Glasgow to Cumbernauld run on average 19 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 18m.
Distance 19 km |
Average bus duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 18m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Stagecoach West Scotland, Ember, JMB Travel, Midland Bluebird, First Greater Glasgow from Glasgow to CumbernauldYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Cumbernauld with Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Stagecoach West Scotland, Ember, JMB Travel, Midland Bluebird, First Greater Glasgow for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
Stagecoach East Scotland
Stagecoach West Scotland
Ember
JMB Travel
Midland Bluebird
First Greater Glasgow
FAQs: Glasgow to Cumbernauld coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Cumbernauld 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 Cumbernauld, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Cumbernauld
- 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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