4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Salford
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Salford will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Salford 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 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 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 and coach for Glasgow to Salford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Salford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Salford coaches for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:40 Glasgow | 4h00 | 02:40 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 26 March | |||||
| 10:20 Glasgow | 5h00 | 15:20 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Glasgow to Salford 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 Scottish Citylink or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Salford.
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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 Scottish Citylink or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Salford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Salford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Salford
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Buses from Glasgow to Salford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus from Glasgow to SalfordYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Salford with Megabus, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Salford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Salford 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 Salford, 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 Salford
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
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