Glasgow to Torquay bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 02 Feb

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£86

Fastest journey

14 h 20 m

Average duration

16 h 38 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

603 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Torquay will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Glasgow for Torquay every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 603 km distance in an average of 16 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 17 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.

National Express
07:4014h20
Glasgow
22:00Torquay
£631One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
18:1517h50
Glasgow
12:05Torquay
£861One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:4017h45
Glasgow
15:25Torquay
£1091One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £131.

Distance: 603 km

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Train

£63

Average Price

£59

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Cheapest

£195

Average Price

12h 31m

Average total duration

12h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

8h 31m

Average total duration

8h 1m

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30m

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Live departures

Glasgow to Torquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Torquay coaches for today, Sunday 1 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
21h50
08:10 Torquay2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus19:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
17h55
13:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
16h35
16:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Torquay

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Buses from Glasgow to Torquay run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 603 km distance in 14h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Distance
603 km
Average bus duration
12h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
14h 10m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28

Bus providers: National Express from Glasgow to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Torquay with National Express for as low as £28. 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
14h 10m
Cheapest Price
£30
National Express frequency
1 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 Torquay coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Torquay can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Torquay is £63; 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 Torquay is 14h 10m to travel the 603 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 Torquay leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Glasgow to Torquay leaves at 23:55.
There are 1 coaches a day from Glasgow to Torquay 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 Torquay, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Torquay. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Torquay and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Glasgow , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station . When arriving in Torquay , you can end your route in coach stations like Torquay, Coach Station, Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, Paignton, Bus Station, Newton Abbot.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Torquay, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Torquay from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 14h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to Torquay is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and Torquay including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Glasgow to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Torquay for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Glasgow to Torquay 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 Torquay.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Glasgow to Torquay:
  • 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 Torquay:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Torquay.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Glasgow to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Glasgow to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Torquay

Glasgow
Torquay
The major coach station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Torquay.
Amenities at bus station
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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

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