- Must visit
Quarry Bank
Industrial heritage museum in a working cotton mill, with machinery, worker stories and landscaped grounds. The essential cultural visit in Styal.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Styal
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£36
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£36
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
10 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
10 h 50 m
Buses on 04 Oct
1
Distance
309 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Styal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Styal will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Fast coaches
On Sun 04 Oct, we found 1 buses from Glasgow to Styal, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
6:3510h50Glasgow17:25Styal£361One-way0 changes
- 6:3510h50Glasgow17:25Styal£361One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Styal
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Glasgow to Styal and enjoy the approximately 309 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45.
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 309 km |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Live departures
Glasgow to Styal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Styal coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:35 Glasgow | 10h50 | 17:25 Styal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Complete guide to Styal
Things to do in Styal
Discover the best of Styal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Styal trip today.
- Recommended
Apprentice House
Historic apprentice accommodation at Quarry Bank, showing where child workers lived and learned. Powerful insight into mill-era social history.
Quarry Bank Glasshouses
Restored estate glasshouses displaying the Greg family’s horticultural interests. A small but engaging heritage attraction within Quarry Bank.
- Recommended
Quarry Bank Upper Garden
Landscaped woodland garden with paths, planting and estate views. Ideal for a peaceful walk before or after visiting the mill.
- Recommended
Bollin Valley
Riverside valley with wooded paths, mill infrastructure and scenic bridges. A rewarding walking area that reveals the landscape behind Quarry Bank.
- Recommended
Styal Country Park
Country park with riverside trails, woodland and open space near Styal village. Popular for walking and a good base for exploring the area.
Rag Pudding
A baked pudding of suet pastry filled with minced beef and onion. A long-standing Greater Manchester comfort food tied to local working-class kitchens.
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
Crumbly cows’ milk cheese traditionally made in Cheshire. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and is closely associated with the county around Styal.
Manchester Tart
A sweet, sticky loaf packed with dried fruit, often spread with butter. This northern tea-time favourite is strongly linked with Manchester and nearby towns.
The Ship Inn
Traditional pub near Quarry Bank serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic village setting.
Quarry Bank Cafe
Relaxed National Trust café at Quarry Bank with light lunches, cakes and hot drinks, convenient for visitors exploring Styal.
The Bull's Head by Innkeeper's Collection
Stylish airport hotel restaurant serving modern British dishes and drinks in a polished but accessible setting close to Styal.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, but nearby Manchester accommodation can raise overall trip costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.20
- Day pass
- £2.20
To the city centre
Styal -> Styal Village Centre
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Contactless tap and go works across Bee Network bus and tram services; train tickets are usually bought before boarding or from rail operators.
- Styal is served by Northern trains on the Manchester Airport route; check live departures before travel because service frequency is limited.
FAQs: Glasgow to Styal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Styal 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 Styal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest coach from Glasgow to Styal leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Glasgow to Styal leaves at 23:45.
When departing from Glasgow , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) . When arriving in Styal , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Airport, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and Styal including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from Glasgow to Styal has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow to Styal needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow to Styal.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Styal
Most Glasgow to Styal buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester, Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Styal bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Glasgow
Arrival bus stations in Styal
Which Glasgow station do buses to Styal leave from?
Buses from Glasgow to Styal leave from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. The station is from Glasgow city centre at Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationKillermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Bus15 · 2m · £0.89 · every ~8 min
4 · 4m · £2 · every ~6 min
9, 9A, X8 · 6m · £2 · every ~26 min
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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