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Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton Airport to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Glasgow will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 2 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Glasgow on Wed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 511 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Glasgow 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 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport to Glasgow:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Luton Airport to Glasgow costing on average $104 (€86).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 32m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Glasgow buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 PM London Luton Airport | 9h05 | 7:40 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London Luton Airport to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:25, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 9:25 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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