The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Margate
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
15 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
622 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Margate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Margate will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 buses that leave Glasgow for Margate every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 622 km distance in an average of 15 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 50 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 Margate
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 622 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£68 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price | £71 Average Price |
12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Margate bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Margate coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:40 Glasgow | 15h50 | 23:30 Margate | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Margate
Buses from Glasgow to Margate run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:26, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 622 km distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 622 km |
Average bus duration 12h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 0m |
First bus 04:26 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Glasgow to MargateYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Margate with National Express for as low as £51. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Margate coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Margate 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 Margate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Margate
- 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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