The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Port Talbot
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
476 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Port Talbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Port Talbot will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Port Talbot 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 476 km distance in an average of 12 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.
8:4012h25Glasgow21:05Port Talbot£441One-way0 changes
7:4012h25Glasgow20:05Port Talbot£671One-way0 changes
8:4012h25Glasgow21:05Port Talbot£441One-way0 changes
7:4012h25Glasgow20:05Port Talbot£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Port Talbot
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Port Talbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 476 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £148 Average Price |
11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Port Talbot bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Port Talbot coaches for today, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:40 Glasgow | 19h05 | 17:45 Port Talbot | 2 changes | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
![]() | 7:40 Glasgow | 12h25 | 20:05 Port Talbot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:40 Glasgow | 12h25 | 21:05 Port Talbot | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Port Talbot by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Glasgow to Port Talbot coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Port Talbot.
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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 Port Talbot.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Port Talbot.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Port Talbot
Buses from Glasgow to Port Talbot run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £38 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 07:02, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 476 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 476 km |
Average bus duration 11h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 7:02 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to Port TalbotYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Port Talbot with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Port Talbot coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot, 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 Port Talbot
- 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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