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Glasgow to London Coach Timetable

Coach from Glasgow to London: Journey Information

There are 60 intercity coaches per day from Glasgow to London. Traveling by coach from Glasgow to London usually takes around 11 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance345 mi (555 km)
Shortest duration8h 40m
Cheapest price£18.70
Trips per day19
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines3

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Glasgow to London

(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

FATAI

16 April 2025- Visiting friends

National Express

Satisfying

5.0

Murtala

27 November 2024- Vacation

Megabus

Pros: Good service delivery. Cons: Timing Most especially taken off from London Victoria bus station. We had a delay of half an hour. Tips: Generally it was cool.

5.0

pROMISE

17 December 2022- Visiting family

Megabus

Cons: To the best of my knowledge l really enjoyed the trip and we arrive early the bus driver was so nice and l can not change any thing the service was excellent for that price. Tips: Nice and lovely trip and we arrive early than expected l will always use this service and much l will recommend it to my friends.

5.0

Kehinde

28 September 2022- Regular commuter

Megabus

Pros: Cool. Cons: Toilet should be more cleaner. Tips: There was no wifi.

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How much is a coach ticket from Glasgow to London?

Bus tickets for a trip from Glasgow to London cost £38.45 on average. Tickets cheaper than £38.45 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

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Bus tickets from Glasgow to London are at their cheapest average price in February. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around £34. On the other hand, traveling on this route during August might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for August trips cost £47, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 12 days in advance to save £15.05 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Glasgow to London?

There are 3 bus lines from Glasgow to London available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 49 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus1410h 54m£53.54
Megabus59h 26m£42.78
National Express4912h 33m£51.18

  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 14 trips from Glasgow to London, and usually makes the trip in about 10 hours and 54 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers 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 colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

  • Book National Express from Glasgow to London from £19. There are 49 National Express schedules from Glasgow to London and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to London. In Glasgow, National Express departs to London from Buchanan Bus Station and no other station. In London, National Express arrives at Earl's Court and 14 other stations.

    An average trip on National Express from Glasgow to London takes 12 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to London in 8 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 50 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to London.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Glasgow to London

The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 345 miles from Glasgow to London. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 40 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.

"Because many passengers travel from Glasgow to London at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Glasgow to London, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 60 scheduled coaches that travel from Glasgow to London every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 19 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Glasgow to London; ticket prices start at £48.14.

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.

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Glasgow?

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Main departure 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.

All coach stations in Glasgow:

  • Buchanan Bus Station

  • Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 50)

Where does the coach arrive in London?

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Main arrival station: London Victoria

London's Victoria Coach Station has its main entrance on Buckingham Palace Road. Well-signposted but slightly hidden in an attractive art deco office block, the station welcomes around 14 million passengers each year. The arrival and departure areas are at different ends of Elizabeth Street, with the departure zone containing food concession stands, left-luggage facilities, and restrooms. As London's largest coach station, most major coach companies, including FlixBus, Megabus, and National Express, operate from Victoria Coach Station. It is a ten-minute walk to rail and Underground services at Victoria Rail Station, whose 19 platforms include express services to Gatwick Airport.

Coach stations in London:

  • London Victoria

  • 235 Finchley Rd

  • Earl's Court

  • Victoria Rail Stn for Airports

  • 144 Southwark St

  • St John's Wood

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • London Marble Arch, for Stansted

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • 75 Loampit Vale

  • Eltham Rd

  • Old Kent Rd

  • Finchley Rd

  • Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hall

  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Stop L

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