4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Newport
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Newport will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Newport on Sat, Jun 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 483 km distance in an average of 12 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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.
8:40 AM10h55Glasgow7:35 PMNewport$631One-way0 transfers
10:40 PM13h55Glasgow12:35 PMNewport$701One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM10h55Glasgow7:35 PMNewport$631One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 PM13h55Glasgow12:35 PMNewport$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 300 miles (483 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $101 Average price | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Newport:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Newport costing on average $101 (€83).
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Newport costing on average $182 (€148).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
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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 Newport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Live departures
Glasgow to Newport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Newport buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX181 · NX101 · NX202 | 11:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h30 | 11:30 AM Newport, Kingsway | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h40 | 2:35 PM Newport, Queensway | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
| 8:40 AM Glasgow | 10h55 | 7:35 PM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Newport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 300 miles (483 km) distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 300 miles (483 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to NewportYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Newport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Newport 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 Newport, 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 Newport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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