How to travel from Belfast to Glasgow

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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Belfast to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $390.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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$56

Average price

$49

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Cheapest

$390

Average price

$43

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3h 10m

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Fastest

2h 10m

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1h 0m

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6h 31m

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4h 12m

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2h 12m

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4h 43m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Glasgow is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Glasgow:

A bus is $7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Belfast to Glasgow costing on average $56.

A bus is $341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Glasgow costing on average $390.

The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Glasgow is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 6h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Belfast and Glasgow including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Belfast to Glasgow among Omio's users.

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from Belfast to Glasgow

How to get from Belfast to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Belfast to Glasgow is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    8:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    10:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    8:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    10:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandEI3622
    9:50 AM0h45
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    10:35 AMGlasgow International Airport
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National ExpressUL923
    6:15 AM6h00
    Belfast, Grand Central Station
    12:15 PMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressUL923
    10:05 AM6h20
    Belfast, Grand Central Station
    4:25 PMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8880
    9:50 AM0h45
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    10:35 AMGlasgow International Airport
    $1721One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1395+BA CityflyerBA8728
    12:40 PM6h30
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    7:10 PMGlasgow International Airport
    $4971One-way
    1 transfer
  • BA CityflyerBA8757 · BA8724
    2:35 PM3h50
    George Best Belfast City Airport
    6:25 PMGlasgow International Airport
    $4991One-way
    1 transfer
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    8:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    10:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Belfast to Glasgow

Travel to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Belfast to Glasgow.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Belfast and Glasgow including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Glasgow is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Glasgow:

A bus is $7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Belfast to Glasgow costing on average $56.

A bus is $341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Glasgow costing on average $390.

The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Glasgow is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 6h 31m.

The distance from Belfast to Glasgow is approximately 110 miles (178 km).
The average frequency per day from Belfast to Glasgow is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 9 ferries per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belfast and Glasgow as scheduled services by bus, flight, and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belfast to Glasgow:
  • Flights mostly depart from George Best Belfast City Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Belfast, Grand Central Station and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Larne Port and arrive in Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belfast to Glasgow, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, Aer Lingus, BA Cityflyer, British Airways to go to Glasgow by flight.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Glasgow by bus.
  • Travel with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea to go to Glasgow by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Belfast to Glasgow with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with easyJet, Aer Lingus.
  • 2 direct buses per day with National Express.
  • 9 direct ferries per day with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea.
Omio customers who travel from Belfast to Glasgow often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Manchester, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Glasgow and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Glasgow to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End with its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde for scenic views and modern architecture, or visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works in a neoclassical setting. Experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom and discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a mix of art, history, and stunning views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Glasgow is ideal to explore its vibrant culture, historic sites, and enjoy a taste of local life.
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