The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Glasgow will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
To travel from York to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus8:0011h00York, Train Station19:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£281One-way1 change
YC840 · NX59111:518h09York, Station Rd20:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£411One-way1 change
YC843 · NX18313:318h24York, Station Rd21:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£451One-way1 change
YC843 · NX18310:218h14York, Station Rd18:35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£451One-way1 change
YC843 · NX18022:1211h08York, Station Rd9:20Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£491One-way1 change
YC840 · NX59111:518h09York, Station Rd20:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£411One-way1 change
YC843 · NX18310:218h14York, Station Rd18:35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£451One-way1 change
YC843 · NX18313:318h24York, Station Rd21:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£451One-way1 change
YC843 · NX170 · NX18121:129h33York, Station Rd6:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£561One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus8:0011h00York, Train Station19:00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station£281One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 293 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Glasgow coaches for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 York, Train Station | 11h00 | 19:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX183 | 10:21 York, Station Rd | 8h14 | 18:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX591 | 11:55 York, Station Rd | 7h50 | 19:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX183 | 13:31 York, Station Rd | 8h09 | 21:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX170 · NX181 | 21:12 York, Station Rd | 9h33 | 6:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 changes | |
YC843 · NX180 | 22:12 York, Station Rd | 11h08 | 9:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets York to Glasgow by train or coach
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Why should you book York to Glasgow coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Yorkshire Coastliner to find the best option for your trip from York to Glasgow.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York to Glasgow.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Yorkshire Coastliner to find the best option for your trip from York to Glasgow.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to Glasgow.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Glasgow
Buses from York to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 4:10 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner from York to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between York to Glasgow with National Express, FlixBus, Yorkshire Coastliner for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Glasgow
- 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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