The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 11 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Glasgow will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 6 buses that leave Sheffield 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 329 km distance in an average of 8 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.
1:208h55Sheffield10:15Glasgow£141One-way0 changes
2:007h20Sheffield9:20Glasgow£361One-way0 changes
22:058h50Sheffield6:55Glasgow£421One-way0 changes
11:008h45Sheffield19:45Glasgow£431One-way0 changes
1:007h20Sheffield8:20Glasgow£491One-way0 changes
2:007h20Sheffield9:20Glasgow£361One-way0 changes
1:007h20Sheffield8:20Glasgow£491One-way0 changes
13:008h40Sheffield21:40Glasgow£501One-way0 changes
11:008h45Sheffield19:45Glasgow£431One-way0 changes
22:058h50Sheffield6:55Glasgow£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sheffield to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 329 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £78 Average Price |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Glasgow coaches for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX131 · NX591 | 11:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 8h15 | 19:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX170 · NX181 | 21:45 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 9h00 | 6:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX131 · NX180 | 22:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 10h55 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
![]() | 1:00 Sheffield | 7h20 | 8:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:20 Sheffield | 8h55 | 10:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 Sheffield | 7h20 | 9:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Glasgow
Buses from Sheffield to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 329 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 329 km |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Sheffield to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Glasgow with Megabus, National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Glasgow
Most Sheffield to Glasgow buses use the Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) bus station facilities and services
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee (in the station), Upper Crust (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 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Elevators, ramps.
Which Glasgow station do buses from Sheffield 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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