How to get to Glasgow from Barcelona

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Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £158 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £158, while a flight costs an average of £343.

Distance: 1676 km

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£343

Average Price

£158

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Cheapest

£188

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 4m

Average total duration

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4h 4m

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35h 14m

Average total duration

34h 44m

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30m

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22h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

5.0 - 10.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 4.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £158.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Glasgow:

A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Glasgow costing on average £343.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 4m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Coach takes on average 35h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Glasgow including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 18h 8m sooner (4h 4m by flight vs 22h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £343 compared to roughly £188 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Glasgow

How to get to Glasgow from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Glasgow is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 8217+easyJetU2414
    19:005h40
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    23:40Glasgow International Airport
    £631One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 8217+easyJetU2414
    19:005h40
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    23:40Glasgow International Airport
    £631One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • KLMKL1498 · KL939
    9:204h35
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:55Glasgow International Airport
    £4891One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    21:0535h50
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £991One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    20:3036h25
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    7:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £991One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:2041h55
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £1021One-way
    3 changes
  • RyanairFR 8215+easyJetU2414
    13:0511h35
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    23:40Glasgow International Airport
    £651One-way
    1 change
  • RyanairFR 8231+easyJetU2412
    10:309h45
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    19:15Glasgow International Airport
    £851One-way
    1 change
  • RyanairFR 8215+easyJetU2412
    13:057h10
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    19:15Glasgow International Airport
    £961One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Barcelona to Glasgow

Travel to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Glasgow.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Glasgow including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £158.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Glasgow:

A coach is £185 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Glasgow costing on average £343.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 4m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Coach takes on average 35h 14m.

The Barcelona to Glasgow distance is approximately 1676 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Glasgow is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 7 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Glasgow as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Glasgow:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Glasgow, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Glasgow by coach.
  • Travel with Ryanair, British Airways, KLM, easyJet, Lufthansa, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Malta Air, Iberia, Edelweiss Air to go to Glasgow by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Glasgow:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Glasgow often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Glasgow and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.
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