Glasgow to Dublin bus

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Dublin

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
IrelandIreland
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Take a bus from Glasgow to Dublin and enjoy the approximately 309 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 20:45.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £17
Distance
309 km
First bus
1:00
Last bus
20:45
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £17

Complete guide to Dublin

Things to do in Dublin

Discover the best of Dublin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dublin trip today.

  • Must visit

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology

National museum on archaeology with Irish bog bodies, prehistoric gold and key artefacts that illuminate early Irish life.

  • Must visit

National Gallery of Ireland

Major art gallery with Irish and European works, rotating exhibitions and a manageable layout in the city centre.

  • Recommended

GPO Museum

Engaging museum in the GPO covering the 1916 Rising and modern Irish history through immersive displays and original spaces.

Euro (€)

Dublin is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel rates, restaurant prices and public transport costs, especially in central tourist areas.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service if not included. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.

Coaches from Glasgow to Dublin

For travellers heading to Dublin from Glasgow, coaches are one of the best options. National Express, the only bus company plying this route, has modern buses customised to offer passengers maximum comfort. Dublin is 192 miles from Glasgow, and the journey lasts slightly over nine hours. To ensure commuters have options, National Express offers both direct and connecting coaches from Glasgow to Dublin. Connecting trips are suitable for travellers who wish to reduce ticket costs. However, the journey may take longer than usual due to the stopovers. 

How long is the journey from Glasgow to Dublin?

National Express buses take an average of close to nine and a half hours to cover the 192-mile distance from Glasgow to Dublin. Nonetheless, the duration for the journey to Dublin from Glasgow can vary depending on the bus, weather, and whether it's a direct or connecting trip. The fastest buses plying this route can get passengers in Dublin within eight and a half hours. With connecting buses, the journey can last up to ten hours.

How many coaches are there from Glasgow to Dublin?

Despite being the only bus company that operates coaches from Glasgow to Dublin, National Express ensures that travellers have multiple options. They have over seventy buses that head to Dublin from Glasgow every week. This translates to around ten coaches per day. Among their coaches are a late-night bus and an early morning bus.

Depending on a travellers preference, they can choose between direct trips and connecting trips. Though connecting trips can take up to ten hours to get to Dublin, they are a better option for commuters on a budget as they are cheaper.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Glasgow to Dublin?

Departure bus station: Travellers heading to Dublin from Glasgow can board buses at the Buchanan Bus Station located in Killermont Street. As the main bus station in Glasgow, getting there is easy as town service buses from all over Glasgow operate from there. At the station, commuters will have access to ATMs, gift shops, restaurants, storage facilities, clean toilets, waiting areas, and WiFi. 

Arrival bus station: Coaches from Glasgow to Dublin drop passengers off at the Dublin Bus Terminal. The station is less than a mile from the city centre, and there is a taxi bay and town service buses that commuters can board to access other parts of Dublin. After the long journey, passengers can enjoy a beverage or meal at one of the restaurants. The station also has ATMs, toilets, stores, and WiFi.

Which coach provider travel from Glasgow to Dublin?

Glasgow and Dublin are almost two hundred miles apart and located in two different countries. As a result, National Express is the only bus company operating coaches from Glasgow to Dublin. There are at least ten of their buses that head to Dublin from Glasgow every day.  Their buses are modern and maintained to the highest of standards to ensure that passengers have a memorable journey.

Among their daily departure is an overnight bus for people who prefer to arrive in Dublin in the morning. Their early morning departure gets passengers in Dublin just in time for dinner.  

National Express Glasgow to Dublin

National Express offers a wide range of travel options to suit the needs of different clients. Though most of their coaches from Glasgow to Dublin are direct, there are also connecting buses. Connecting buses are suitable for commuters who want to minimize travel expenses. However, they should be aware that their journey may take longer.

Glasgow to Dublin Services onboard

National Express commuters do not have to worry much about luggage limitations. For every ticket, up to three pieces of luggage are allowed. The first two should be suitcases that do not weigh over 20kg and with dimensions of 70 × 45 × 30 cm. The other one is a piece of hand luggage of maximum dimensions 45 × 35 × 20 cm that passengers can board with. Travellers with special luggage requirements should communicate before and be prepared to pay extra. When it comes to comfort, National Express leaves nothing to chance. Their coaches are fitted with stylish yet comfortable seats that have ample space between them and a lot of legroom. To keep passengers entertained during the journey, National Express coaches from Glasgow to Dublin have WiFi which can be used to check emails, chat with friends, or stream music. They also have VUER, a digital entertainment service where passengers can access movies and TV programmes. Passengers can plug their device into the available USB power ports. For passengers with a sweet tooth, there are plenty of snacks and drinks available. National Express buses are also wheelchair accessible for travellers with disabilities or mobility issues.  

FAQs: Glasgow to Dublin coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Dublin 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 Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Glasgow to Dublin leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Glasgow to Dublin leaves at 20:45.
When departing from Glasgow , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station . When arriving in Dublin , you can end your route in coach stations like Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Westland Row (Pearse Station - Stop 100111), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1), Dublin, Busáras, Dublin, Westland Row (Pearse Station - Stop 11176).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 10 away from the city centre.
Yes, you can take a flight between Glasgow and Dublin.
No, the coach from Glasgow to Dublin has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow to Dublin needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow to Dublin.

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Dublin

Most Glasgow to Dublin buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1). Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Dublin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Glasgow
Arrival bus stations in Dublin

Which Glasgow station do buses to Dublin leave from?

Buses from Glasgow to Dublin leave from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. The station is from Glasgow city centre at Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationKillermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre

Bus15 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
4 · 4m · £2 · every ~6 min
9, 9A, X8 · 6m · £2 · every ~26 min

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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