- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$48
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$70
Fastest journey on Aug 30
8 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
9 h 49 m
Buses on Aug 30
15
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Glasgow will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
NX230 · NX595
NX230 · NX590
NX230 · NX590
NX230 · NX595
NXA2 · NX594
NX230 · NX595
NX230 · NX595
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX230 · NX590Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $41, while a train costs an average of $153.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $197 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Glasgow:
A flight is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Glasgow costing on average $48 (€39).
A flight is $112 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Glasgow costing on average $153 (€124).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Bus takes on average 9h 12m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
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 01:35AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX230 · NX590 | 9:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 10h50 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX590 | 9:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 10h40 | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Luton | 9h45 | 10:20 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Luton | 11h45 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NXA2 · NX594 | 7:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 11h05 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
LU757 · NX594 | 7:05 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 11h00 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Luton | 10h45 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX595 | 10:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 9h05 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX595 | 10:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 8h55 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
NX707 · NX183 | 1:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 16h50 | 6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX183 | 1:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 16h30 | 6:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Luton | 12h55 | 7:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Luton | 12h55 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX591 | 8:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 10h55 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX591 | 9:00 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 10h45 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Luton to Glasgow run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
Major riverside transport museum with striking architecture, historic vehicles, and interactive displays that explain Glasgow's industrial story.
Leading European civic art museum with superb collections, grand galleries, and regular exhibitions in the heart of George Square.
Elegant mansion with French paintings, decorative arts, and period rooms, set within Pollok Country Park near Highland cattle.
Lively green space beside the university, popular for museums, picnics, and riverside walks through one of Glasgow's prettiest parks.
Historic civic square framed by monuments and grand buildings, ideal for orientation, events, and classic views of central Glasgow.
Bustling shopping street mixing Victorian facades with modern retail, useful for people-watching and understanding the city's commercial core.
A savory pudding of oats, onions, suet, and spices, traditionally served with mince or fried breakfast. It is one of Scotland’s most iconic regional specialties.
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A staple in Glasgow homes and pubs, especially comforting in cold weather.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often enriched with milk or cream. It is a classic west coast Scottish dish with deep local roots.
Elegant fine dining by chef Cail Bruich, known for modern Scottish tasting menus and polished service in a calm, refined setting.
A long-established Glasgow institution serving fresh Scottish seafood and shellfish in a lively, classic city brasserie atmosphere.
Traditional pub dining with a strong whisky focus, offering haggis, fish, and Scottish comfort food in a historic central Glasgow setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while transit and attractions are fairly priced for most tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

Most Luton to Glasgow buses use the Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange). Use this guide to compare Luton and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.
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.
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) is 10 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Caledonia Way (Airport Terminal 1): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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