4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Glasgow will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sunderland for Glasgow every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sunderland to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Glasgow coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 14:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 4h40 | 19:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
| 02:15 Sunderland | 4h40 | 06:55 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Glasgow
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Buses from Sunderland to Glasgow run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Go North East from Sunderland to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Glasgow with FlixBus, Go North East for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sunderland, Interchange, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland 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
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