Bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 7 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 8 December
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Drum Brae
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
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Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 9 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 10 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 11 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 12 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 13 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Glasgow on 14 December
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Bus Station
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Newbridge
Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Bus Station
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
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Bus Station
Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
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Edinburgh Airport
Buchanan Bus Station
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to 12 reviews, FlixBus received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location, but some complained about the timeliness. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 136
FlixBus Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews
I cancelled the booking in minutes when i booked after that i got voucher option but its not came through by email so i lost my money
1 out of 5 stars
Arun M.
Driver assistant was incredibly rude and screamed at us. the driver was nice and drove well
1 out of 5 stars
Daniah A.
Very bad experience, the bathroom leaked dirt on the bags at the bottom of the bus and found my bag was not clean
Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its comfort and punctuality. The staff is frequently praised for being friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, some users mentioned challenges in locating the Megabus stop at Edinburgh airport due to unclear signage but appreciated assistance from others in finding it.
Megabus Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews
It was operated by Citylink and this information was not provided on the ticket. That was confusing.
2 out of 5 stars
Monika S.
Very easy journey and helpful bus driver. Made the trip very pleasant. Much better than I expected it to be.
5 out of 5 stars
Kimberly S.
We missed our bus because the instructions on the ticket took us to the wrong bus stop.
According to 97 reviews, National Express received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the timeliness. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 136
National Express Edinburgh Glasgow recent customer reviews
The driver was angry, stressed, not customer friendly and almost made me miss the bus. Apart from that everything was fine.
2 out of 5 stars
Martin S.
First driver said we had to ride the next bus, nextdriver said we could've ridden the first bus! Bathroom was broken, which was something of an inconvenience.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Glasgow by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow start at R 136. The average price for this route is around R 156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Glasgow is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 645 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 31m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Glasgow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 434 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Glasgow at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
05/12
R 93
06/12
R 104
Today
R 104
08/12
R 73
09/12
R 73
10/12
R 73
11/12
R 73
12/12
R 73
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 73
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Glasgow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 73 to R 663 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 73, which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Glasgow?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 73
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
