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Belfast to Glasgow Coach Timetable
Coach from Belfast to Glasgow: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Belfast to Glasgow. Traveling by coach from Belfast to Glasgow usually takes around 5 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Hannon Coach coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (177 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £35.12 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Belfast to Glasgow?
Bus tickets for a trip from Belfast to Glasgow cost £39.60 on average. Tickets cheaper than £39.60 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Belfast to Glasgow?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Belfast to Glasgow that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannon Coach | 2 | 5h 15m | £49.39 |
| National Express | 4 | 5h 49m | £36.17 |
Book Hannon Coach from Belfast to Glasgow from £47. There are 2 Hannon Coach schedules from Belfast to Glasgow and you can expect on average to pay for a Hannon Coach ticket to Glasgow. In Belfast, Hannon Coach departs to Glasgow from Stena Line Terminal and no other station. In Glasgow, Hannon Coach arrives at Buchanan Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Hannon Coach from Belfast to Glasgow takes 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Hannon Coach offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Glasgow.
Book National Express from Belfast to Glasgow from £35. There are 4 National Express schedules from Belfast to Glasgow and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Glasgow. In Belfast, National Express departs to Glasgow from Stena Line Terminal and 1 other station. In Glasgow, National Express arrives at Buchanan Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Belfast to Glasgow takes 5 hours and 49 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Glasgow in 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Glasgow.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Belfast to Glasgow
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 110 miles from Belfast to Glasgow. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Glasgow, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Belfast to Glasgow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer coach service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Belfast?
Main departure station: Stena Line Terminal
Belfast has two coach stations with service to Glasgow.
All coach stations in Belfast:
Stena Line Terminal
Belfast Upper Queen St
Where does the coach arrive in Glasgow?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Bus Station is the main coach terminus in Glasgow and the biggest coach station in Scotland. The station is conveniently located near the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow Caledonian University, and the Buchanan Galleries. Transferring to other forms of travel is easy since Glasgow Queen Street Railway Station and the Cowcaddens and Buchanan Street subway stations are also within walking distance. Inside the station building, you'll find seated waiting areas, a bookshop, luggage storage, and toilets. The station is often bustling, welcoming Megabus, National Express, and Scottish Citylink services, to name a few.
Coach stations in Glasgow:
Buchanan Bus Station
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