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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Glasgow every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 588 km distance in an average of 15 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 35 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 train, coach and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 588 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £140 Average Price |
11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:30 London Gatwick Airport | 20h50 | 20:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 20 February | |||||
| 04:40 London Gatwick Airport | 15h40 | 20:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:45 London Gatwick Airport | 13h00 | 20:45 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 London Gatwick Airport | 12h55 | 07:55 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow run on average 14 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 588 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 588 km |
Average bus duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow with National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Glasgow
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Most popular bus connections from London Gatwick Airport
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