- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
kr183
Average price
kr211
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aberdeen to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Glasgow will cost around kr211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr183.
Of the 33 buses that leave Aberdeen for Glasgow on Wed, Aug 05, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr93. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr93, and a flight costs an average of kr1933.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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kr154 Average price Cheapest | kr581 Average price | kr4776 Average price | kr891 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Glasgow:
A bus is kr427 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow costing on average kr581.
A bus is kr4622 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Glasgow costing on average kr4776.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
Flight takes on average 6h 1m.
Tickets start at around kr154 compared to roughly kr891 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr737. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr117 |
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Glasgow buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 5:30 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h30 | 7:30 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 8:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h15 | 8:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 8:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 10:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 9:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 10:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h40 | 12:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h45 | 2:00 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 12:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 2:00 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 9h20 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 4:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 8:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 8:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 11:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h55 | 1:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 1:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 3:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 2:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 2:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 3:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 4:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Aberdeen to Glasgow run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr93 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price kr93 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Leading European civic art museum with superb collections, grand galleries, and regular exhibitions in the heart of George Square.
Elegant mansion with French paintings, decorative arts, and period rooms, set within Pollok Country Park near Highland cattle.
Lively green space beside the university, popular for museums, picnics, and riverside walks through one of Glasgow's prettiest parks.
Historic civic square framed by monuments and grand buildings, ideal for orientation, events, and classic views of central Glasgow.
Bustling shopping street mixing Victorian facades with modern retail, useful for people-watching and understanding the city's commercial core.
A savory pudding of oats, onions, suet, and spices, traditionally served with mince or fried breakfast. It is one of Scotland’s most iconic regional specialties.
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A staple in Glasgow homes and pubs, especially comforting in cold weather.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often enriched with milk or cream. It is a classic west coast Scottish dish with deep local roots.
Elegant fine dining by chef Cail Bruich, known for modern Scottish tasting menus and polished service in a calm, refined setting.
A long-established Glasgow institution serving fresh Scottish seafood and shellfish in a lively, classic city brasserie atmosphere.
Traditional pub dining with a strong whisky focus, offering haggis, fish, and Scottish comfort food in a historic central Glasgow setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while transit and attractions are fairly priced for most tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Traveling from Aberdeen to Glasgow by bus is a smart idea. Buses depart regularly from Guild Street bus stop in Aberdeen to Buchanan station in Glasgow, which are approximately 159 miles from each other. Aberdeen is a quaint port city located on the east coast of Scotland. Glasgow is Scotland's second city, a cultural and historical hub in Scotland's western Lowlands.
National Express is the primary provider of bus routes from Aberdeen to Glasgow. This intercity and InterRegional coach operator is well-trusted and has a modern fleet of buses ready to whizz passengers from Aberdeen to Glasgow. These buses are fast, cheap and convenient, and are equipped with all of the modern amenities that travelers would hope for, including comfortable seating, toilets and WiFi.
The journey from Aberdeen to Glasgow takes roughly three hours and 20 minutes. Services begin at 7:35 a.m. and continue throughout the day until roughly 7:45 p.m.
Roughly six buses per day depart from Aberdeen to Glasgow; two in the morning, and four more between 15:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. both on weekends and during the week.
Departure Bus Station: Buses from Aberdeen to Glasgow depart from Guild Street in Aberdeen. Aberdeen's Guild Street is a main street in historic Aberdeen. It is home to several Aberdeen transport hubs, such as Aberdeen railway station and a large, busy bus stops servicing routes around Scotland and beyond. Nearby you will find the city's most prominent shopping center, Union Square, featuring around 60 shops including Apple, Hollister and Topshop. In the immediate vicinity are several chain restaurants, as well as a large cinema complex.
Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Aberdeen to Glasgow arrive at Buchanan bus station, the main bus terminus in Glasgow. The station is open 24 hours a day and the ticket office operates from 09:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Glasgow city center is easily reached from Buchanan bus station; walking will take roughly ten minutes, however, buses are also regular and taxis wait outside throughout the night.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Glasgow by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aberdeen to Glasgow buses use the Aberdeen, Guild Street to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1). Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) is 10 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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