Cardiff to Glasgow bus

Wed, Jan 15
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Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Megabus
03:20AM16h10
Cardiff
07:30PMGlasgow
$311One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
01:25AM15h25
Cardiff
04:50PMGlasgow
$401One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
01:20AM15h30
Cardiff
04:50PMGlasgow
$431One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:45PM13h45
Cardiff
05:30AMGlasgow
$511One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
03:25AM16h05
Cardiff
07:30PMGlasgow
$511One-way
0 transfers

Cardiff to Glasgow bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Megabus01:20AM Cardiff15h30 04:50PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
National Express03:45PM Cardiff13h45 05:30AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Megabus03:20AM Cardiff16h10 07:30PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Megabus03:25AM Cardiff16h05 07:30PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Megabus01:25AM Cardiff15h25 04:50PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Cardiff to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

13 h 12 m

Average

15 h 1 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

493 km

Of the 6 buses that leave Cardiff for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

National Express
05:08PM13h12
Cardiff
06:20AMGlasgow
$1001One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:45PM13h45
Cardiff
05:30AMGlasgow
$511One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
01:25AM15h25
Cardiff
04:50PMGlasgow
$401One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
01:20AM15h30
Cardiff
04:50PMGlasgow
$431One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
03:25AM16h05
Cardiff
07:30PMGlasgow
$511One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Glasgow

Buses from Cardiff to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€26) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
305 miles (492 km)
Average bus duration
12h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€26)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
9h 45m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Cardiff to Glasgow

Find the best buses from Cardiff to Glasgow with Omio's travel partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from $18 (€16). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Cardiff - Glasgow bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Cardiff to Glasgow bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 10 h
  • Cheapest Price: $40

FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Glasgow

FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Glasgow.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to Glasgow can start from as little as $29 (€26) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cardiff to Glasgow is $43 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff to Glasgow bus travel time is 9 h 45 min   for the 305 mile (492 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Cardiff to Glasgow leaves at 12: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Cardiff to Glasgow leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cardiff to Glasgow without having to change trains with Megabus. There is 1 direct bus from Cardiff to Glasgow each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Cardiff to Glasgow bus with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey from Cardiff to Glasgow as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cardiff, University, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Glasgow by bus is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Glasgow including taking a bus or train.

Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Glasgow

Cardiff
Glasgow
The major bus station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) for your trip from Cardiff to Glasgow.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff, University
The major bus station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip to Glasgow from Cardiff.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

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