The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
11 h 36 m
Average duration
15 h 47 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Glasgow will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 6 buses that leave Portsmouth for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 601 km distance in an average of 15 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 36 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 40 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.
18:5522h40Portsmouth17:35Glasgow£581One-way0 changes
17:2911h36Portsmouth5:05Glasgow£631One-way0 changes
18:2911h36Portsmouth6:05Glasgow£631One-way0 changes
19:5522h40Portsmouth18:35Glasgow£661One-way0 changes
3:2016h25Portsmouth19:45Glasgow£671One-way0 changes
18:2911h36Portsmouth6:05Glasgow£631One-way0 changes
17:2911h36Portsmouth5:05Glasgow£631One-way0 changes
3:2016h25Portsmouth19:45Glasgow£671One-way0 changes
2:0516h40Portsmouth18:45Glasgow£701One-way0 changes
19:5522h40Portsmouth18:35Glasgow£661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Portsmouth to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 601 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£62 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Glasgow coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 · NX594 | 15:05 Portsmouth, International Port | 15h00 | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX030 · NX594 | 18:29 Portsmouth, University | 11h36 | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX030 · NX594 | 18:45 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 11h20 | 6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX030 · NX421 · NX183 | 19:55 Portsmouth, University | 22h40 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX030 · NX424 · NX183 | 19:55 Portsmouth, University | 22h40 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX030 · NX424 · NX183 | 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 22h25 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX030 · NX421 · NX183 | 20:10 Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange | 22h25 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX030 · NX424 · NX183 | 20:15 Portsmouth, International Port | 22h20 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX030 · NX421 · NX183 | 20:15 Portsmouth, International Port | 22h20 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
![]() | 2:05 Portsmouth | 16h40 | 18:45 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:20 Portsmouth | 16h25 | 19:45 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Glasgow
Buses from Portsmouth to Glasgow run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 601 km distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 601 km |
Average bus duration 13h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Glasgow with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Glasgow
Most Portsmouth to Glasgow buses use the Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do buses to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Portsmouth, International Port from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, International Port bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, International Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, International Port: Elevators, ramps.
Which Glasgow station do buses from Portsmouth arrive at?
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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