Edinburgh to Glasgow

Edinburgh to Glasgow

Edinburgh
Glasgow
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Edinburgh to Glasgow Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
00:00
01:17
$13.96
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
00:42
03:20
$42.20
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
01:10
02:12
$17.53
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
01:45
03:12
$9.74
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
02:10
03:12
$17.53
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
02:45
04:12
$9.74
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
03:10
04:12
$17.53
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
03:45
05:12
$9.74
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
04:10
05:12
$17.53
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
04:45
06:12
$9.74
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
05:10
06:12
$17.53
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
05:45
07:14
$11.36
Flight
Jet2
Economy
06:05
14:10
$197.97
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
06:21
07:44
$13.96
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
06:45
07:55
$11.90
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
07:01
08:07
$13.96
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
07:19
08:37
$13.96
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
07:37
09:23
$17.63
Bus
Scottish Citylink
Standard AC
07:54
09:07
$13.96
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
08:10
09:20
$13.24

How to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow

When you want to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 30.80. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 5.73.

How far is Edinburgh from Glasgow?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Edinburgh to Glasgow. Your trip will be a total of 30 miles (48 km). The flying distance is 30 miles (48 km).

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The travel time from Edinburgh to Glasgow can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

The cost of the trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 5.73 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 30.80.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Edinburgh to Glasgow:

  • Bus tickets - USD 5.33 to USD 30.67;
  • Train tickets - USD 24.00 to USD 26.67;

How many trips per day are there between Edinburgh and Glasgow?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:01 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:44. There are 196 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Edinburgh to Glasgow is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Edinburgh to Glasgow

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Edinburgh to Glasgow? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 81% decided to go for a bus.
  • 19% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Facts about the transport from Edinburgh to Glasgow

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport57m
Earliest Departure12:01 AM
Latest Departure11:44 PM
Departures per day196
Distance48 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlixBus, Megabus, ScotRail, Scottish Citylink