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Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Belfast

Showing times and prices for Jan 23

Cheapest

$50

Average

$50

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

Cheapest

04:20PM6h10

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

10:30PMBelfast, Europa BusCentre

$501One-way

0 transfers

Glasgow to Belfast bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 23

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
National Express UL923 National ExpressUL923	04:20PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	6h10	10:30PM Belfast, Europa BusCentre	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Glasgow to Belfast

Showing times and prices for Jan 23

Fastest Journey

6 h 10 m

Average

6 h 10 m

Buses per day

Distance

178 km

Of the 1 buses that leave Glasgow for Belfast every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

04:20PM6h10

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

10:30PMBelfast, Europa BusCentre

$501One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Belfast

Buses from Glasgow to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€42) but you can travel from only $32 (€29) by ferry.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Ferry from $32 (€29)

Distance

109 miles (177 km)

Average bus duration

6h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

$46 (€42)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

6h 10m

First bus

06:30

Last bus

16:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Ferry from $32 (€29)

Bus providers: National Express from Glasgow to Belfast

Travel to Belfast from Glasgow from $46 (€41) with Omio’s bus partners National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Glasgow to Belfast, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Glasgow to Belfast bus information:

Average Duration: 6 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $46

Buses from Glasgow to Belfast

The first bus from Glasgow departs at 8:40 a.m. and arrives in Belfast at 2:20 p.m. The last bus departs at 4:20 p.m., arriving in Belfast at 10:20 p.m. There is a bus at midday at 12:20 p.m., arriving at 6:20 p.m. There are no overnight journeys. There is one change during the journey. Buses from Glasgow to Belfast are provided by National Express. The total journey between the two cities lasts about 6 hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for Buses from Glasgow to Belfast?

Departure Station: Buses depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station. Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station is the main bus terminus in Glasgow. It is located opposite the Royal Concert Hall, north of Sauchiehall Street, close to Glasgow airport - a trip of between 12 minutes by taxi or 25 minutes by bus.

Arrival Station: Buses arrive at Belfast Europa Bus Center. The Belfast Europa Bus Center is located in the center of Belfast, making it easy to walk to your destination or take a city bus or taxi.

FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Belfast

FAQs: Take the bus from Glasgow to Belfast 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 Glasgow to Belfast.

Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Belfast can start from as little as $46 (€42) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Glasgow to Belfast is $47 (€42); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Glasgow to Belfast bus time is 6 h 10 min covering the 110 mile (177 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Glasgow to Belfast leaves at 6: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Glasgow to Belfast leaves at 4: 20PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to Belfast without having to change trains with National Express. There is 1 direct bus from Glasgow to Belfast each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a bus from Glasgow to Belfast, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service between Glasgow and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Belfast, Europa Buscentre, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Glasgow to Belfast is May.

You have options as you can travel from Glasgow to Belfast 3 different ways: bus, flight or ferry.

Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Belfast

Glasgow

Belfast

The major bus station for departures 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 from Glasgow to Belfast.

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station Wifi