The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Guildford
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Guildford will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Guildford on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 569 km distance in an average of 13 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 13 h 20 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.
7:40 AM13h20Glasgow9:00 PMGuildford$391One-way0 transfers
8:40 AM13h20Glasgow10:00 PMGuildford$641One-way0 transfers
8:40 AM13h20Glasgow10:00 PMGuildford$641One-way0 transfers
7:40 AM13h20Glasgow9:00 PMGuildford$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 353 miles (569 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price | $74 Average price | $206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Guildford:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Guildford costing on average $74 (€60).
A bus is $121 (€100) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Guildford costing on average $184 (€151).
Other travel options to Guildford take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Glasgow to Guildford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:36AM | Duration 19h16 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 09:51AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 11h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Glasgow to Guildford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Guildford buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Glasgow | 13h20 | 9:00 PM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Glasgow | 13h20 | 10:00 PM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Guildford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Guildford
Buses from Glasgow to Guildford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 05:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 353 miles (569 km) distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 353 miles (569 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 5:41 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to GuildfordYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Guildford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Guildford
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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