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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£47
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
8 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
8 h 49 m
Buses on 05 Oct
25
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Glasgow will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 25 buses from London to Glasgow, including 18 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 8 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
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FlixBusBuses from London to Glasgow run on average 20 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 555 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 555 km |
Average bus duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Glasgow coaches for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 11h25 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h15 | 6:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h45 | 6:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h25 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 10h00 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h25 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX595 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h55 | 7:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h35 | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h10 | 8:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 · NX183 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 19h05 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h46 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 5 October | |||||
FlixBus | 0:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 9h20 | 9:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 · NX183 | 2:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h35 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h30 | 19:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h00 | 19:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX591 | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h15 | 19:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h15 | 20:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h40 | 21:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 10h00 | 21:10 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Riverside transport museum in a striking modern building, with vintage vehicles, street displays and exhibits on Glasgow’s industrial past.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s house museum, presenting Arts and Crafts interiors and furnishings that reveal his domestic design ideas.
Large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns and the university nearby. Ideal for walks, museums and a classic West End atmosphere.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and statues. A practical starting point for sightseeing and city events.
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
A bowl of oats slowly cooked with water or milk. Traditional Scottish porridge is prized for its simplicity and deep link to everyday life.
A crisp fried fritter made from sliced potato in batter, a classic Glasgow chippy order often served with fish or as part of a supper.
Traditional Glasgow institution known for seafood, oysters and classic Scottish dishes in a lively historic dining room.
Popular city centre spot for fresh seafood and fish and chips, with a casual setting and strong local following.
Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Buchanan Bus Station -> Buchanan Street, Glasgow
Buses offer a comfortable way to travel from London to Edinburgh with frequent daily departures. National Express coaches leave eight times per day, the first at 00:30, the next at 7:00 a.m., and the last at 23:59. Some are direct, others require one change at Birmingham, and a few involve changes at Heathrow and Birmingham. Megabus offers eight daily direct services, the first leaving at 8:00 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m. Travel time ranges from 8 hours and 30 minutes and 13 hours.
Departure Station: Buses from London to Glasgow leave from Victoria Coach Station on Buckingham Palace Road. The station is easily reached by tube on the Victoria, District, or Circle lines, or bus numbers 22, 211, 239, C1 and N11. Victoria bus and rail stations are also close by.
Arrival Station: Buses from London arrive at Buchanan Bus Station on Killermont Street near George Square. As the city's main bus terminus, it offers convenient onward bus routes. Buchanan Street subway station and Glasgow Queen Street railway station are both nearby.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Glasgow buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1). Use this guide to compare London and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) is 10 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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