The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to York
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
9 h 49 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to York will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Glasgow to York you need to make at least one change.
NX183 · YC843
NX591 · YC843
NX183 · YC843
NX181 · NX170 · YC840
NX180 · YC840
NX183 · YC843
NX183 · YC843
NX591 · YC843
NX181 · NX170 · YC840
NX180 · YC840Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to York 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 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 293 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to York coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 Glasgow | 8h50 | 17:05 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 Glasgow | 9h30 | 19:00 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 Glasgow | 12h06 | 07:01 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Glasgow | 11h15 | 09:15 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to York
Buses from Glasgow to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 11m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to YorkYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to York with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Buses from Glasgow to York
Passengers between Glasgow and York can catch a direct National Express bus from Glasgow's Buchanan bus station to York's Station Road bus station. Direct buses take just over 7 hours, although many services involve changing buses in Manchester and Leeds. When changes are involved, buses can take between 8.5 to around 10 hours. The first service departs from Glasgow at roughly 9:45 a.m. getting into York just before 5:00 p.m. The last bus leaves Buchanan bus station around 10:45 p.m. and travels all night to arrive in York just before 9:30 a.m. In the mornings, buses from Glasgow to York are every couple of hours.
FAQs: Glasgow to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and York
- 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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