- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coventry to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Glasgow will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 3 buses that leave Coventry for Glasgow on Sun, Jul 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 11 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $98 Average price | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Glasgow:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Coventry to Glasgow costing on average $98 (€81).
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Glasgow costing on average $113 (€93).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX707 · NX590 | 10:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 9h40 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 10h30 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 11h50 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 11h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX181 | 8:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 10h00 | 6:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer |
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Buses from Coventry to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Most Coventry to Glasgow buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
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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