If you’re looking for a seamless and stress-free way to travel between Belfast and Glasgow, look no further than HANNON Coach. Our Coach & Sail Express service, in partnership with Stena Line, offers a direct, through-coach journey, meaning you stay on the same coach for the entire trip – no changing buses, no airport stress, and no baggage restrictions.
Whether you’re heading to a world-class concert, a major festival, or planning a city break with family and friends, we’ve got your journey covered.
Why Travel with HANNON Coach?
Seamless Travel – Stay on the same coach from start to finish, with no airport queues or baggage charges.
Convenient Departures – We operate two services in each direction every day, giving you flexibility to plan around your event.
Great Connections – We depart from Belfast Grand Central Station and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, both offering excellent onward travel options.
Value for Money – Enjoy competitive pricing compared with flying or driving, with no hidden costs.
Comfortable Journey – Relax with reclining seats, onboard Wi-Fi, and a smooth ferry crossing.
The Biggest Events to Look Forward to in 2026
From iconic festivals and arena tours to cultural celebrations and live entertainment, Belfast and Glasgow are packed with unforgettable experiences throughout the year.
🎵 Concerts & Music Festivals
Belsonic (June–July, Belfast) – One of Northern Ireland’s biggest outdoor music events returns to Ormeau Park with a blockbuster line-up including The Cure, Kings of Leon, Pitbull, Michael Bublé, Def Leppard, Teddy Swims and Sonny Fodera.
TRNSMT Festival (19–21 June, Glasgow) – Scotland’s biggest summer music festival takes over Glasgow Green with headliners including Lewis Capaldi, Kasabian and Richard Ashcroft, alongside more than 90 artists across multiple stages.
OVO Hydro Concert Series (Throughout the Year, Glasgow) – One of the UK’s busiest entertainment venues hosts an incredible calendar of live music and events, including performances from Duran Duran, Westlife, J. Cole, Phoebe Bridgers and many more.
SSE Arena Belfast (Throughout the Year, Belfast) – Catch major touring artists, family shows and live entertainment in one of Northern Ireland’s premier venues.
🎭 Cultural Festivals & Live Entertainment
Belfast International Arts Festival (October) – A must-visit celebration of theatre, music, dance, visual arts and contemporary culture.
Merchant City Festival (July, Glasgow) – Experience live music, street performances, food markets and family entertainment in the heart of Glasgow.
Belfast Culture Night (September) – Explore the city after dark with free performances, exhibitions and creative events across Belfast.
Glasgow International Comedy Festival (March) – Enjoy performances from some of the world’s leading comedians across venues throughout the city.
Féile an Phobail (August, Belfast) – A vibrant community festival featuring music, comedy, talks, arts and cultural events.
⚽ Sporting Action
Ulster Rugby Matches (Throughout the Season, Belfast) – Experience top-class rugby action at Kingspan Stadium.
Scottish Football Matches (Various Dates, Glasgow) – Visit iconic stadiums including Ibrox and Celtic Park to enjoy the electric atmosphere of Scottish football.
Ice Hockey Matches (Throughout the Season) – Follow the Belfast Giants or Glasgow Clan and let HANNON Coach take care of your away-day travel plans.
Belfast City Marathon (May) – Join thousands of runners and spectators for one of Northern Ireland’s most popular sporting events.
🎉 Traditional & Seasonal Celebrations
St Patrick’s Day (March, Belfast) – Enjoy a city-wide celebration filled with live music, parades, culture and plenty of craic.
Burns Night (January, Glasgow) – Celebrate Scotland’s national poet with traditional food, music and poetry.
Hogmanay (31 December, Glasgow) – Ring in the New Year in one of the world’s most famous celebration cities.
Derry Halloween (28–31 October, Derry~Londonderry) – Experience Europe’s largest Halloween festival, featuring spectacular parades, street performances and fireworks.
Lisburn Light Festival (November–January, Lisburn) – Discover dazzling light installations and festive family fun.
Book Your Trip Today
With so many exciting events taking place across Belfast and Glasgow, why not let HANNON Coach take care of your travel?
Whether you’re heading to a sold-out concert, a weekend festival, a sporting event or a family getaway, our Coach & Sail Express service makes travelling between Belfast and Glasgow easy, comfortable and affordable.
Book your tickets now at www.hannoncoach.com and enjoy the journey!
We now operate from Belfast Grand Central Station
We are delighted to announce that from Sunday, 8th September 2024 our Belfast city centre stop is moving to the new Belfast Grand Central Station (Stand 18).
The new station is just a short distance from the old Belfast Europa Bus Station. HANNON Coach has been dedicated Stand 18 for our Belfast – Glasgow Express.
Pedestrian access is via Grosvenor Road & Durham Street. We advise passengers to allow an extra 10 minutes to familiarise themselves with access to the new bus station. Station staff will be on hand to provide assistance should you need any.
The new Belfast Grand Central Station will feature world class passenger facilities. Retailers confirmed for the station so far include Pret a Manger, Marks & Spencer and Brew Dog.
We have put together an Information Pack. You can download the pack below.
It is a terrific new facility, and we are delighted that our Belfast – Glasgow Express will be operating in and out of it. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you enjoy using Belfast Grand Central Station.
Kind Regards
HANNON Coach
Download Information Pack
https://shorturl.at/Ryt9K
Watch the Video
https://youtu.be/ISXTRHcME2w
If you would like any more information, please call our office (Mon – Fri 9am-5pm).
For information on transfers and connections in Northern Ireland:
Visit: https://www.translink.co.uk/
Tel: 028 90 66 66 30
For information on transfers and connections in Scotland:
Visit: https://www.travelinescotland.com/
Tel: 0871 200 22 33