Glasgow to St Ives bus with National Express

Wed 04 Feb
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £224.

Distance: 634 km

Compare bus with

Coach
Most popular
Train

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£271

Average Price

18h 7m

Average total duration

17h 37m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

10h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

10h 9m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to St Ives by train, coach or flight

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Wed
04 Feb
Thu
05 Feb
Fri
06 Feb
Sat
07 Feb
Sun
08 Feb
Mon
09 Feb
Tue
10 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to St Ives

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Glasgow to St Ives run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 634 km distance in 21h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
634 km
Average bus duration
17h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
21h 55m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Glasgow to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to St Ives with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20h 40m
Cheapest Price
£36
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Glasgow to St Ives coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to St Ives 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 St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to St Ives can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to St Ives is £46; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Glasgow to St Ives is 21h 55m to travel the 634 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Glasgow to St Ives leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Glasgow to St Ives leaves at 23:00.
There are 6 coaches a day from Glasgow to St Ives which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Glasgow to St Ives, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to St Ives. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Glasgow and St Ives and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to St Ives from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 21h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to St Ives is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and St Ives including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Glasgow to St Ives:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to St Ives for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Glasgow to St Ives depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to St Ives.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Glasgow to St Ives:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Glasgow to St Ives:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to St Ives.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Glasgow to St Ives with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to St Ives with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Glasgow to St Ives with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and St Ives

Glasgow
St Ives
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

More options for your journey from Glasgow to St Ives

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone