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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 1 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 588 km distance in an average of 12 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 12 h 45 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.
7:10 PM12h45London Gatwick Airport7:55 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$701One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 PM12h45London Gatwick Airport7:55 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $166.
Distance: 365 miles (588 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price | $142 Average price | $155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A bus is $85 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average $142 (€116).
A bus is $139 (€114) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average $196 (€161).
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
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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.
London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metrobus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Metrobus | Departure Time 06:28PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 13h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Metrobus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Metrobus | Departure Time 08:27PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 12h55 | 7:55 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 9h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 19:00, the last at 19:10. The fastest bus covers the 365 miles (588 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 365 miles (588 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 7:00 PM |
Last bus 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), 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.
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