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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$41
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$57
Fastest journey on Oct 20
11 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
13 h 11 m
Buses on Oct 20
17
Distance
493 km
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.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Glasgow will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
NX202 · NX100 · NX590
NX202 · NX100 · NX590
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX509 · NX595
NX507 · NX594
NX507 · NX595
NX202 · NX100 · NX590Buses from Cardiff to Glasgow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Glasgow buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 14h00 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX507 · NX594 | 4:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h35 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX509 · NX594 | 4:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h20 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 14h30 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h05 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 11h55 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX507 · NX595 | 6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 12h55 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX509 · NX595 | 6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 12h55 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 17h20 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX509 · NX591 | 3:15 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 16h30 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX509 · NX591 | 3:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 16h00 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h00 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h00 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX100 · NX590 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h50 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX202 · NX100 · NX590 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h50 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX202 · NX100 · NX590 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h50 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX202 · NX100 · NX590 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 13h50 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
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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.
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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.
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Most Cardiff to Glasgow buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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.
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