The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to London
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 2 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to London will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $53.
Of the 20 buses that leave Glasgow for London every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 9 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 555 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average Price Cheapest | $131 Average Price | $150 Average Price |
9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Glasgow to London bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h15 | 6:30 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h45 | 7:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX181 · NX400 | On time 11:00 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h30 | 11:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
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FlixBus | 7:45 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h30 | 7:15 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h55 | 6:40 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 8:40 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h40 | 8:20 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX591 | On time 9:15 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h05 | 9:20 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h05 | 8:25 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h40 | 9:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX183 · NX210 · NXA40 | 10:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 18h20 | 4:50 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX183 · NX210 · NX035 | On time 10:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 18h20 | 4:50 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 15h55 | 8:50 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 16h30 | 9:25 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h00 | 5:15 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h30 | 5:45 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to London
Distance 555 km |
Average bus duration 9h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to LondonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to London coach

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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and London
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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