The cheapest and fastest coaches from Livingston to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
44 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Livingston to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Livingston to Glasgow will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Livingston for Glasgow every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Livingston to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Livingston to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Livingston to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Livingston to Glasgow coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:35 Livingston | 0h45 | 14:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:17 Livingston | 1h21 | 16:38 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:55 Livingston | 0h40 | 21:35 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Livingston to Glasgow
Buses from Livingston to Glasgow run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 39m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 39m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Livingston to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Livingston to Glasgow with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Livingston to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Livingston to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Livingston, Bus Terminal (Stance A), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Livingston and Glasgow
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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