The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Durham
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Durham will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Durham 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 208 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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 coach and train for Glasgow to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 208 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Durham coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX180 · NX598 | 19:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h15 | 01:10 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Glasgow to Durham 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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Durham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Glasgow to Durham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Durham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Durham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Durham
Buses from Glasgow to Durham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 21:17. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 21:17 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Durham with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Durham 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 Durham, 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Durham
- 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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