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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Glasgow from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $50
tomorrow
from $43
Monday
from $39
Tuesday
from $52
Wednesday
from $45
Thursday
from $48
Friday
from $40

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 20m
    0
    5:25 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:45 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $55
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $70
  • National Express
    17h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    3:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    7:55 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $88
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Glasgow via Liverpool, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 0m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      9:15 PM
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      6:45 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    3:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $43
  • National Express
    13h 35m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $60
  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $80
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Glasgow via Liverpool, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 0m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      9:15 PM
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      6:45 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 35m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:45 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • National Express
    17h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    3:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $43
  • National Express
    13h 50m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • National Express
    13h 40m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $55
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61
  • National Express
    13h 35m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:45 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Glasgow via Liverpool, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 0m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      9:15 PM
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      6:45 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 5h 5m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 40m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • National Express
    13h 35m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:45 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Glasgow via Liverpool, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 0m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      9:15 PM
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      6:45 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 5h 5m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • National Express
    13h 40m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $53
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • National Express
    13h 35m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:45 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Glasgow via Liverpool, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 0m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Liverpool
      Edge Lane Drive
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      9:15 PM
      Liverpool
      One Bus Station
      6:45 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 5h 5m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 20m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    3:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $40
  • FlixBus
    16h 25m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    6:10 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $56
  • National Express
    14h 20m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:45 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $58
  • National Express
    12h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    14h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    8:30 PM
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59

Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Glasgow

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Glasgow are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Cardiff to Glasgow. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Cardiff and Glasgow.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 21 buses from Cardiff to Glasgow, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Glasgow, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Glasgow in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Glasgow starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus $39
Fastest Bus 11h 55m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Latest Bus 10:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 306.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Glasgow

Every day, 7 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Glasgow: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/16
Monday 03/17
Tuesday 03/18
Wednesday 03/19
Thursday 03/20
Friday 03/21
Saturday 03/22
$50
Sunday 03/23
$43
Monday 03/24
$39
Tuesday 03/25
$52
Wednesday 03/26
$45
Thursday 03/27
$48
Friday 03/28
$40
Saturday 03/29
$42
Sunday 03/30
$53
Monday 03/31
$56
Tuesday 04/01
$36
Wednesday 04/02
$38
Thursday 04/03
$42
Friday 04/04
$50
Saturday 04/05
$41
Sunday 04/06
$49
Monday 04/07
$37
Tuesday 04/08
$33
Wednesday 04/09
$41
Thursday 04/10
$48
Friday 04/11
$45
Saturday 04/12

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Glasgow

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Glasgow, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $39, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Glasgow. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $52.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Glasgow, with $39. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $54.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Glasgow

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Glasgow in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cardiff to Glasgow are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cardiff to Glasgow

These are the most booked bus companies between Cardiff to Glasgow from our users.

National Express from Cardiff to Glasgow

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cardiff to Glasgow:

Cheapest Price $39
Fastest Bus 11h 55m
Earliest Bus 3:15 AM
Last Bus 10:10 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 3/21/2025

FlixBus from Cardiff to Glasgow

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Cardiff to Glasgow:

Cheapest Price $54
Fastest Bus 14h 45m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Last Bus 5:10 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 3/21/2025

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Glasgow

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Glasgow.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cardiff to Glasgow? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Glasgow.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cardiff to Glasgow? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Glasgow? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cardiff to Glasgow bus

How much does a Cardiff Glasgow bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 13h 35m to reach Glasgow. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Glasgow?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $98. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Glasgow.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Glasgow each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Glasgow bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Glasgow take?

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Glasgow is offered by National Express and takes 11h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $52. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Glasgow?

The earliest bus arriving in Glasgow from Cardiff starts at 3:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Glasgow?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Glasgow starts at 10:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Glasgow route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Glasgow, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Glasgow?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Glasgow by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Glasgow bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Glasgow bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Glasgow bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Glasgow on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Glasgow

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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