The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to London
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Buses per day
21
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 $74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $43.
Of the 21 buses that leave Glasgow for London 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 555 km distance in an average of 8 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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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FlixBusTravel Information
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 $56.
Distance: 555 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average Price Cheapest | $134 Average Price | $154 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
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to London coaches for today, Tuesday, 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h45 | 7:20 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h10 | 6:45 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 | 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 · NX035 | On time 10:30 am Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 18h20 | 4:50 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 16h05 | 8:55 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 16h40 | 9:30 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 | |
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 | |
NX595 | On time 9:45 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h35 | 6:20 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h45 | 7:25 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h20 | 8:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 pm Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h35 | 11:15 am London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 1 change | |
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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to London
Buses from Glasgow to London run on average 20 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 555 km distance in 8h 55m.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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
- 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
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