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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bury to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £433.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £433 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bury to Glasgow, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bury to Glasgow:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bury to Glasgow costing on average £71.
A coach is £388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bury to Glasgow costing on average £433.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 31m.
Coach takes on average 10h 26m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 9h 56m versus 3h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The most popular day trips by train from Glasgow are Edinburgh, Belfast, Stirling, Dunoon and Perth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Glasgow on Omio.
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town and graceful Georgian streets. Historic landmarks, literary roots and a strong festival culture give the city a distinct, atmospheric character.
Belfast is best known for its shipbuilding past and the story of the Titanic. It blends Victorian streets, political history and a lively arts and pub scene in a compact setting.
Stirling is known for royal history, Stirling Castle and the story of William Wallace. Its compact old town and setting by the River Forth give it a lively Scottish character.
Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.
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 Bury to Glasgow.
This is compared to other travel options from Bury to Glasgow:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bury to Glasgow costing on average £71.
A coach is £388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bury to Glasgow costing on average £433.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 31m.
Coach takes on average 10h 26m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bury and Glasgow as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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