How to get to Glasgow from Bath

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Compare coach, train and flight for Bath to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bath to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, while a train costs an average of £164.

Distance: 514 km

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Driving

£104

Average Price

£164

Average Price

£66

Average Price

Cheapest

£134

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 22m

Average total duration

12h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bath to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £66.

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

A coach is £38 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bath to Glasgow costing on average £104.

A coach is £98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Glasgow costing on average £164.

The fastest way to travel from Bath to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Coach takes on average 13h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bath and Glasgow including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 5h 27m sooner (1h 18m by flight vs 6h 45m by car) and save roughly £30 compared to fuel and tolls (£104 vs £134). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

Travel options
from Bath to Glasgow

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • easyJetU2209
    20:301h15
    Bristol Airport
    21:45Glasgow International Airport
    £421One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • easyJetU2209
    20:301h15
    Bristol Airport
    21:45Glasgow International Airport
    £421One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU2209
    20:301h15
    Bristol Airport
    21:45Glasgow International Airport
    £421One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayC33095+Avanti West CoastW33067_W33063 · W33183+CrossCountryG00878
    13:296h37
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    20:06Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £1871One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC00797+Avanti West CoastW33373+Transpennine ExpressW85189+CrossCountryW29776
    10:026h41
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    16:43Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £1871One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC00669+Avanti West CoastW33217+CrossCountryG00857
    7:587h21
    Bath Spa (BTH)
    15:19Glasgow Central (GLC)
    £1871One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressBLX39 · NX101 · NX181
    18:0012h45
    Bath, Bus Station
    6:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressBLX39 · NX111 · NX590
    8:2511h50
    Bath, Bus Station
    20:15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • National ExpressNX403 · NX594
    16:0514h00
    Bath, Bus Station
    6:05Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • easyJetU2211
    19:251h15
    Bristol Airport
    20:40Glasgow International Airport
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • easyJetU2207
    12:051h15
    Bristol Airport
    13:20Glasgow International Airport
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • easyJetU2201
    15:251h15
    Bristol Airport
    16:40Glasgow International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Bath 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 Bath to Glasgow.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bath and Glasgow including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bath to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £66.

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

A coach is £38 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bath to Glasgow costing on average £104.

A coach is £98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Glasgow costing on average £164.

The fastest way to travel from Bath to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Coach takes on average 13h 22m.

The Bath to Glasgow distance is approximately 514 km.
The average frequency per day from Bath to Glasgow is:
  • Around 7 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bath to Glasgow:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bath Spa (BTH) and arrive in Glasgow Central (GLC).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bath, Bus Station and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bath to Glasgow, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet to go to Glasgow by flight.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Glasgow by coach.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast to go to Glasgow by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bath to Glasgow:
  • 4 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Bath 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 Bath to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train 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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