Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Inverness
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Coach from Glasgow to Inverness: Journey Information
There are 21 intercity coaches per day from Glasgow to Inverness. Travelling by coach from Glasgow to Inverness usually takes around 4 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 38 minutes.
- Distance
- 111 mi (179 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h 38m
- Cheapest price
- RON 80.22
- Trips per day
- 21
- Most frequent service
- Megabus
- Coach lines
- 1
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Glasgow to Inverness Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Glasgow to Inverness:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Glasgow to Inverness?
Coach tickets for a trip from Glasgow to Inverness cost about RON 97 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 Glasgow to Inverness?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Glasgow to Inverness. Megabus connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 21 | 4h 3m | RON 100.97 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travellers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colours, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard toilets, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each coach.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Glasgow to Inverness
There are 21 scheduled coaches that travel from Glasgow to Inverness every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
21
Direct trips
9
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 111 miles from Glasgow to Inverness. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 38 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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)
111
Distance (km)
179
The first coach leaves at 6:55 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Glasgow to Inverness, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
6:55am
Latest coach
8:00pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Glasgow to Inverness for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Glasgow



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 Glasgow?
Main departure station: Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
Coaches to Inverness leave from 3 stations in Glasgow.
All coach stations in Glasgow:
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 51
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 54
Where does the coach arrive in Inverness?
Main arrival station: Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
All coaches from Glasgow arrive at one main station in Inverness.
Coach stations in Inverness:
- Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
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