- Must visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, arms and armor, and Scottish collections in a grand red-sandstone building.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 21 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Glasgow will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Norwich to Glasgow without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $178 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 44m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg 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 Norwich to Glasgow:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Glasgow costing on average $124 (€102).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 14m.
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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 01:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:02AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 17h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:47PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 19h58 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 17h35 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 17h25 | 9:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 19h30 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 15h15 | 6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX490 · NX594 | On time 3:20 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 14h45 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX728 · NXA8 · NX595 | On time 3:45 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 15h55 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX728 · NXA8 · NX595 | On time 3:45 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 15h55 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX490 · NX594 | On time 3:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 14h20 | 6:05 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX728 · NXA8 · NX595 | On time 4:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 15h30 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX728 · NXA8 · NX595 | On time 4:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 15h30 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 13h50 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 13h35 | 9:45 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NXA6 · NX591 | 11:35 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 20h10 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX727 · NXA6 · NX591 | On time 11:47 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 19h58 | 7:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Norwich to Glasgow run on average 13 times per day, taking around 13h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
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Stylish central district with historic warehouses, public art, and a strong mix of heritage streets and contemporary city energy.
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Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, casual dining and transit are fair value, while hotels and central restaurants cost more on weekends and during events.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes, pubs and for hotel staff.
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