- Must visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand Spanish Baroque building.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stonehaven to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stonehaven to Glasgow will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 33 buses that leave Stonehaven for Glasgow on Sun, Jul 05, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 05 the direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jul 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stonehaven to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $289.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $546 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stonehaven to Glasgow:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stonehaven to Glasgow costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $529 (€435) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stonehaven to Glasgow costing on average $546 (€449).
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
Flight takes on average 6h 29m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $87 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€58). The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Stonehaven to Glasgow buses for today, Saturday, July 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 PM Stonehaven | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Stonehaven | 3h25 | 2:55 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 8:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 8:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Stonehaven to Glasgow run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 41m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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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.
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand Spanish Baroque building.
Acclaimed museum in Pollok Country Park displaying international art, medieval objects, and decorative arts from the Burrell bequest.
Award-winning transport museum on the Clyde with historic cars, locomotives, and recreated street scenes.
Charming cobbled lane in the West End known for its atmosphere, lights, and photogenic character.
The city’s oldest public park, ideal for walking and seeing major civic landmarks along the River Clyde.
Central civic square surrounded by important buildings and statues, often the starting point for exploring the city centre.
Scotland’s best-known traditional dish: a peppery savoury pudding of minced offal, oats and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. A classic Glasgow pub meal.
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, often finished with milk or cream. Common across Glasgow and a staple on traditional menus.
A small double-crust meat pie, usually filled with seasoned minced lamb or mutton. It is a classic snack from Scottish bakeries and football grounds.
A highly regarded modern Scottish restaurant in Finnieston, known for seasonal produce, polished service and a contemporary fine-dining feel.
An established West End institution known for refined Scottish cooking, strong whisky selection and a characterful split-level dining room.
A long-running Glasgow favourite for classic Scottish seafood and elegant dining in a traditional city-centre setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, but small tips are appreciated.
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Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow -> Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stonehaven 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 Stonehaven to Glasgow buses use the Aberdeen, Guild Street to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Stonehaven and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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