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Watford to Glasgow Coach Timetable
Coach from Watford to Glasgow: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Watford to Glasgow. Traveling by coach from Watford to Glasgow usually takes around 11 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 331 mi (532 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £54.69 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Watford to Glasgow?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Watford to Glasgow. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 11h 20m | £62.60 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Watford to Glasgow
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 331 miles from Watford to Glasgow. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 hours and 35 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.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Watford to Glasgow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Watford to Glasgow. However, neither coach offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Watford to Glasgow; ticket prices start at £39.13.
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 Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
Most coaches depart from the main station in Watford.
All coach stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
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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