TRNSMT kicks off in just a few days’ time so it’s time to get cracking on your travel plans to Glasgow Green
TRNSMT 2025 is finally underway and festival-goers will no doubt be getting prepared for a weekend of fun and entertainment. And if you’re planning on joining the festivities, it’s time to sort out your travel arrangements.
Tens of thousands of revellers are set to descend on Scotland’s biggest music festival today, July 11 through Sunday, July 13, sparking a hectic few days for public transport services. Whatever corner of Scotland you’re travelling from, there are various ways to reach the event, including trains, buses, and accessible parking for those with disabilities.
TRNSMT is a no-camping festival, so firming up your transport to and from the spectacle is even more vital to save you from being left out in the cold. Some public transport may also become scarcer as the day goes on.
To be extra prepared, ticket holders should check what items are prohibited at TRNSMT and how much they’ll be shelling out for drinks. If you’re still on the lookout for TRNSMT tickets, Ticketmaster has some up for grabs here.
Full road closures during the event have also been announced, which you can find here.
In the meantime, read on for the lowdown on getting to TRNSMT 2025.
Walking
Glasgow Green is conveniently located within the city centre, making it an easy stroll from all major travel hubs. These include Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station and Glasgow Queen Street.
Bus
Glasgow Green is a mere 20-minute stroll from Buchanan Bus Station. It’s worth noting that any resident in Scotland aged between five and 21, regardless of nationality, can apply for a new National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot NEC to enjoy free bus travel on scheduled services across the country. For more details, visit freebus.scot.
Citylink will be operating special services to the festival from locations across the country, including Inverness, Perth, Kirkcaldy, Falkirk, and Halbeath. When purchasing Citylink bus tickets, please use ‘TRNSMT’ as your destination.
Additionally, a shuttle bus service will run from Buchanan Station to the festival every half an hour from 11.30am until 4:45pm each day. The shuttle will also operate an evening service from 9pm until nearly midnight to transport you back to the bus station.
The following First Bus services also stop within a five minute walk to Glasgow Green:
FlixBus is also a fantastic option. The popular coach provider has around 120 arrivals/departures at Glasgow Buchanan Street daily from across Scotland and cross border from England.
Departing every 30-35 minutes throughout the day between Edinburgh Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, stops include Princes Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, and Newhouse.
In addition to its two city centre stops, the route will connect key locations including Livingston, Harthill, and Edinburgh’s West End, offering passengers more convenient travel options.
Tickets on the route start at just £3.49, while travel is completely free on the FlixBus Scotland network for Young Scots under 22, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a valid National Entitlement Card (NEC).
With comfortable coaches, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and guaranteed seating, FlixBus has Scotland’s highest TrustPilot rating in its industry. Tickets can be found here.
Train
Glasgow Green is accessible from five rail stations, all within a 15-minute walk. These are:
- Glasgow Central Station (Step Free Access Available)
- Glasgow Queen Street Station (Step Free Access Available)
- Glasgow High Street Station
- Glasgow Argyle Street Station
- Glasgow Bridgeton Station
ScotRail has not yet announced whether it will be providing additional services for the event. For more information – including accessibility – and to book tickets in advance, please visit ScotRail here.
Subway
Glasgow Green can be reached from two subway stations, both within a 15-minute walk:
- Buchanan Street station
- St Enoch Station
The final trains will run between 11pm and 11.30pm on Friday and Saturday and this service will not be available after the event on Sunday. Click here for exact time. For information on Subway accessibility and , click here.
Coaches
The transport company Happy Bus offers a chartered coach service with parking near Glasgow Green, with tickets available here. You can contact Happy Bus at info@happybus. co.uk for information on accessibility.
Pickup/drop off
Due to road closures, cars cannot get close to Glasgow Green on show days.
The following four locations are recommended as the most convenient for drop-offs or pick-ups:
- North – Duke Street at High Street
- South – Caledonia Road
- East – London Road, east of Bridgeton Rail Station
- West – Broomielaw, west of Oswald Street
Glasgow operates under a Low Emission Zone, meaning all vehicles entering the city centre must meet certain emission standards or face a penalty charge.
Parking
Glasgow Green is serviced by seven car parks, all within a 15-minute walk:
- Q Park Albion Street – 437 spaces
- City Parking Duke Street – 170 spaces
- NCP Montrose Street – 230 spaces
- Merchant City High Street – 200 spaces
- NCP King Street – 660 spaces
- NCP Glassford Street – 545 spaces
- NCP Dunlop Street – 112 spaces
Taxis
The following taxi ranks service Glasgow Green:
- Glasgow Cross on London Road
- Albion Street, Merchant City
- West George St at Queen Street Station
- Gordon St at Central Station
Accessible parking
A limited number of blue badge parking spaces are available to pre-arrange. Please contact access@trnsmtfest.com.
