The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
3 h 57 m
Buses on 24 Sept
7
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 7 buses from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
7:207h25Inverness station (INV)14:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£101One-way0 changes
16:503h55Inverness station (INV)20:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£121One-way0 changes
9:454h00Inverness station (INV)13:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£131One-way0 changes
12:503h55Inverness station (INV)16:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£131One-way0 changes
10:454h00Inverness station (INV)14:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£141One-way0 changes
12:503h55Inverness station (INV)16:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£131One-way0 changes
16:503h55Inverness station (INV)20:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£121One-way0 changes
15:503h55Inverness station (INV)19:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£171One-way0 changes
10:454h00Inverness station (INV)14:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£141One-way0 changes
9:454h00Inverness station (INV)13:45Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price | £54 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £54.
A coach is £120 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £135.
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Coach takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 3h 56m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coaches for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h10 | 13:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h40 | 14:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Inverness, Bus Station | 6h00 | 16:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h00 | 14:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h55 | 16:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 6h10 | 19:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h10 | 17:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h05 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h05 | 20:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h55 | 20:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
![]() | 7:20 Inverness station (INV) | 7h25 | 14:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Buses from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 15:50. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 6:20 |
Last bus 15:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)You can travel by bus between Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.


