The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to East Kilbride is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to East Kilbride will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for East Kilbride on Sun, Dec 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 1 h 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to East Kilbride
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to East Kilbride among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to East Kilbride bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to East Kilbride buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:17 AM Glasgow | 1h13 | 8:30 AM East Kilbride | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Buses from Glasgow to East Kilbride run on average 4 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average bus duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 13m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: First Greater Glasgow from Glasgow to East KilbrideYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to East Kilbride with First Greater Glasgow for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to East Kilbride
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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