Cheap coach tickets from Belfast to Glasgow

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Coach from Belfast to Glasgow: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Belfast to Glasgow. Travelling by coach from Belfast to Glasgow usually takes around 5 hours and 40 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
NOK 441.29
Trips per day
5
Most frequent service
National Express
Coach lines
2

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How much is a coach ticket from Belfast to Glasgow?

Coach tickets for a trip from Belfast to Glasgow cost about NOK 526 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than NOK 526 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Belfast to Glasgow by travel date

NOK 540NOK 360NOK 180NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Belfast to Glasgow in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 501 to NOK 538. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Glasgow this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 501.

Average coach ticket prices from Belfast to Glasgow by month

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Taking the coach from Belfast to Glasgow is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only NOK 510. If you're planning to take the coach from Belfast to Glasgow during July, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 604. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

NOK 575NOK 460NOK 345NOK 230NOK 115

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Belfast to Glasgow?

There are two coach 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.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Hannon Coach25h 23mNOK 641.44
National Express45h 57mNOK 443.95
  • Book Hannon Coach from Belfast to Glasgow from NOK 632.34. There are 2 trips per day offered by Hannon Coach from Belfast to Glasgow and you can expect on average to pay NOK 641.44 for a Hannon Coach ticket to Glasgow. In Belfast, Hannon Coach departs to Glasgow from Stena Line Terminal. In Glasgow, Hannon Coach arrives at Buchanan Bus Station.

    An average trip on Hannon Coach from Belfast to Glasgow takes 5 hours and 23 minutes, while the fastest available Hannon Coach trip will get you to Glasgow in 5 hours and 15 minutes.

    At weekends, Hannon Coach offers 2 trips per day. A single ticket costs NOK 632.34 for a weekend trip to Glasgow.

  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known coach company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travellers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, toilets, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Belfast to Glasgow

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Belfast to Glasgow every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Belfast to Glasgow without transferring.

Trips per day

5

Direct trips

5

The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 40 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.

Distance (mi)

110

Distance (km)

177

The first coach leaves at 6:15 and the last coach leaves at 14:45. To see the times for all coaches from Belfast to Glasgow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

6:15am

Latest coach

2:45pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.

Most crowded

Tuesday

Least crowded

Sunday

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 Grand Central Station

Where does the coach arrive in Glasgow?

Main arrival station: Buchanan Bus Station

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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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