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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections of historic weapons, armour, and live demonstrations. One of Leeds’s best-known cultural attractions.

Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
4h 45m
Average duration
4h 45m
Buses per day
1
Distance
288 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Leeds:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Leeds costing on average $75 (€62).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $117 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $87 (€72). The journey takes 6h 8m versus 4h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Leeds buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 4h45 | 4:40 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
NX183 | 7:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h35 | 2:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h55 | 2:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h50 | 4:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 10:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h20 | 4:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h10 | 4:00 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 1 transfer | |
NX180 | 7:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h30 | 2:25 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 1:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Glasgow to Leeds buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Leeds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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