4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Luton
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Luton will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Luton 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 510 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
7:4011h15Glasgow18:55Luton£391One-way0 changes- 8:4011h15Glasgow19:55Luton£411One-way0 changes
- 8:4011h15Glasgow19:55Luton£411One-way0 changes
- 7:4011h15Glasgow18:55Luton£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 510 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price | £134 Average Price |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Luton coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h05 | 8:20 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 change | |
| NX595 · NX737 | 21:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h05 | 5:50 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX595 · NX737 | 21:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 6:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX594 · LU757 | On time 22:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h55 | 9:40 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX594 · NXA31 | On time 22:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h30 | 9:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX181 · NX707 | Delayed 5:45 23:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h00 | 10:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX181 · NX707 | Delayed 5:45 23:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h15 | 10:15 Luton, Station Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h05 | 11:00 Luton | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h30 | 12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
| 7:40 Glasgow | 11h15 | 18:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Glasgow | 11h15 | 19:55 Luton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Luton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 510 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 510 km |
Average bus duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 1:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to LutonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Glasgow to Luton
Glasgow and Luton are situated just over 370 miles apart from each other. Whilst the journey by coach cannot be made directly, it is a straightforward bus route requiring just one changeover in Milton Keynes or Birmingham. The entire journey takes around nine hours to complete and there are coaches running at regular intervals throughout the day, including weekends.
Which coach companies travel from Glasgow to Luton?
National Express Coaches is the only coach company that offers bus travel from Glasgow to Luton. National Express is a well-known and respected British coach company that serves over 15 million passengers a year. National Express Coaches are clean and modern and equipped with toilets and WiFi. Coaches make rest stops at regular intervals throughout the journey. Mobile tickets are available.
How long is the coach from Glasgow to Luton?
The coach journey from Glasgow to Luton can take anywhere from eight hours 50 minutes and 11 hours 40 minutes depending on the departure time. This does not account for an increase in traffic. This does include a short changeover, usually of around an hour, in Birmingham or Milton Keynes.
How many coaches are there from Glasgow to Luton?
There are four coaches departing from Glasgow to Luton every day, including Saturdays and Sundays: two departing in the morning and two departing at night. The earliest coach departs at 7:45 a.m. and the latest at 10:45 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Glasgow to Luton?
Departure coach station: The departure station in Glasgow is Glasgow Bus Station located on Buchanan Street in the centre of the city. The station serves as a terminal for multiple different bus lines departing for destinations all over the UK. The bus station has toilets and a seated waiting area. There are food and drink options available on site. The station can be reached by public transport, car or on foot.
Arrival coach station: There are two arrival stations in Luton: Luton Bus Station and Luton Airport. Luton Airport Coach Station serves Luton Airport and is open 24 hours, including its ticket machines. There are food and drink options, waiting facilities, car parking and toilets at Luton Airport Coach Station. Luton Bus Station has similar amenities and is well connected to London and the rest of the UK. Passengers should always double check their intended arrival station.
FAQs: Glasgow to Luton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 Luton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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