Glasgow to Aberdeen bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 17 m

Buses per day

34

Distance

194 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $16.

Fast coaches

Of the 34 buses that leave Glasgow for Aberdeen every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
09:30PM3h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
12:50AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$161One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:15AM3h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
11:35AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$161One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
10:15AM3h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
01:35PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$161One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:30PM3h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
11:50PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$161One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
11:15AM3h20
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
02:35PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$161One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Aberdeen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $9. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $23.

Distance: 194 km

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Train

$14

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Cheapest

$64

Average Price

3h 49m

Average total duration

3h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 33m

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Fastest

3h 3m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Glasgow to Aberdeen bus times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Aberdeen coaches for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 2:09 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
9:35 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h15
11:10 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h15
10:10 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
11:35 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h25
10:40 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
11:35 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h25
12:40 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h25
12:40 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
1:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
1:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h10
3:05 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h15
2:10 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
2:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
3:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h10
6:05 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h30
4:25 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
5:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h25
4:40 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
5:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h25
6:40 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h25
6:40 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h15
8:10 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h10
10:05 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus5:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h45
10:00 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
8:35 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:40 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
5h10
11:50 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:40 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
10:00 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
11:50 pm Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
12:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
12:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
1:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
1:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
4h20
2:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
3h20
2:50 am Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Aberdeen

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Buses from Glasgow to Aberdeen run on average 51 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.

There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 194 km distance in 3h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
194 km
Average bus duration
3h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
$9
Buses per day
51
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, Ember from Glasgow to AberdeenYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Aberdeen with Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, Ember for as low as $9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
$9
FlixBus frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
$37
Megabus frequency
36 a day

Stagecoach East Scotland

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
$31
Stagecoach East Scotland frequency
2 a day

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
$49
Scottish Citylink frequency
20 a day

Ember

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Ember frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Glasgow to Aberdeen coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Aberdeen can start from as little as $14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Aberdeen is $28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen is 3 h 10 min   to travel the 194 km long route, with around there are 43 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen leaves at 12: 40am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen leaves at 11: 40pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to Aberdeen without having to change trains with Megabus, FlixBus or Scottish Citylink. There are 30 direct coaches from Glasgow to Aberdeen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen, you can count on Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Ember or Stagecoach East Scotland for the best way to get you to Aberdeen. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Aberdeen from Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Aberdeen, Guild Street, located away from the city centre.

A trip to Aberdeen from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow to Aberdeen by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Glasgow and Aberdeen 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Glasgow to Aberdeen, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
    No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow to Aberdeen.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Aberdeen

    Glasgow
    Aberdeen
    The major coach station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Aberdeen.
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    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Killermont Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
    • Coffee Express (in the station)
    • Fast Bites (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
    Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1)Accessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    address
    Address
    Paisley PA3 2TD, UK
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    10 km
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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