Stansted to Glasgow bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 05 May

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

11 h 5 m

Average duration

13 h 10 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

532 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stansted to Glasgow will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.

Fast coaches

To travel from Stansted to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX594
    18:4511h20
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    6:05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £731One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX595
    20:3511h05
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    7:40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £731One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX737 · NX591
    7:0012h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    19:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £741One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX777 · NX183
    1:0517h30
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    18:35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £891One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and train for Stansted to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £87.

Distance: 532 km

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Coach
Most popular
Flight
Train

£55

Average Price

Cheapest

£55

Average Price

£105

Average Price

11h 49m

Average total duration

11h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 38m

Average total duration

7h 8m

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30m

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Live departures

Stansted to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Glasgow coaches for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:45 Stansted
11h20
6:05 Glasgow0 changesdirect
national_express20:35 Stansted
11h05
7:40 Glasgow0 changesdirect
Tuesday 5 May
national_expressNX777 · NX183
Delayed
3:35 1:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
17h30
18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX737 · NX591
On time
7:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
12h45
19:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX594
On time
18:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
11h20
6:05 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX595
On time
20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
11h05
7:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station		1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Stansted to Glasgow coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Stansted to Glasgow.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Glasgow

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Buses from Stansted to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 532 km distance in 11h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36
Distance
532 km
Average bus duration
11h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
11h 5m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Glasgow with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 5m
Cheapest Price
£39
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Stansted to Glasgow coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Glasgow can start from as little as £39 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Glasgow is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Stansted to Glasgow is 11h 5m to travel the 532 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stansted to Glasgow leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted to Glasgow leaves at 23:40.
There are 3 coaches a day from Stansted to Glasgow which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Glasgow, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Stansted , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, Harlow, Temporary Bus Station (Stand D) . When arriving in Glasgow , you can end your route in coach stations like Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Glasgow from Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Glasgow is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stansted and Glasgow including taking a coach, flight and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Glasgow for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted to Glasgow depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Glasgow.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Glasgow:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Glasgow.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted to Glasgow with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Glasgow

Stansted
Glasgow
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

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