Braehead

Braehead Shopping Centre & XSite Braehead

Braehead has more than 100 stores across its shopping centre and retail park and there are plenty of options for dining too.

Marks & Spencer, Primark, Apple, Hollister, Gap, Sainsbury's, Monsoon and IKEA are just some of the stores at Braehead where there are also plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants.

Centre opening hours: Braehead
Services: 9A, 90, 77

Why travel with us to Braehead?

There are numerous reasons why it's easy to get around by bus. FREQUENCY With buses from every 10 minutes and an extensive network of services getting to and from your local shopping centre is straightforward.  FREE WI-FI Stay connected with free WiFi on our buses.  USB CHARGING Charge your phone as you go with handy USB ports on our seats CONTACTLESS PAYMENTS No cash? No problem. Secure payments are now available on all of our buses. FIRST BUS APP Download the First Bus app to plan journeys, check when the quietest time to travel is and buy tickets all in one place! CONNECTING GLASGOW With over 100 different routes and 950 buses we are proud to connect Greater Glasgow and Lanarkshire.

Keeping you safe

We want to make sure that every passenger is confident when travelling with us. That’s why we’re working extra hard behind the scenes with an enhanced daily cleaning regime. Here’s a reminder of what you can do to protect yourself and those around you:

• Wear a face covering: The Government has stated that it is mandatory for passengers to wear face coverings while travelling on public transport. You must wear a face covering when travelling on our buses unless you meet the exemption criteria set by the Government. 
• Open windows: Keeping the windows open a little helps air circulation.
• Use the First Bus app: Not only can you buy your tickets in advance, but you can plan to travel when the bus is quieter using the Space Checker tool. Plus you can buy your tickets in advance, plan your journey, check live bus times, track your bus and check live seat capacity.
• Pay contactless: To avoid handling money, pay using a contactless card, Google or Apple Pay.
• Keep your distance from others: To help you keep a safe distance from other passengers, we’ve marked out which seats aren’t available to sit on.

Flexible Tickets

We offer a wide range of tickets including flexible tickets, which are handy for making occasional trips by bus. We’re still accepting exact cash payments on our buses (we operate exact fare only/no change given) but you could download the First Bus app for our cheapest tickets. And don’t forget you have the option to pay contactless on all of our buses. 

Flexi 10 tickets

Ten handy single tickets bought on our App to use whenever you want. They’re valid for 12 months but aren't valid for travel on Glasgow Airport Express service 500. Ideal if you’re commuting just a few times a week!

Flexi 5 tickets

Five handy single tickets bought on our App. Use whenever you want, they’re valid for 12 months. (Not valid for travel on Glasgow Airport Express service 500). Ideal if you’re only travelling once or twice a month.

Travelling during the pandemic

Guidance on travelling within Scotland is available here.

Space Checker

Our Space Checker tool helps you to plan ahead and travel with confidence. Space Checker allows you to  see when your preferred bus stop and service is typically at its busiest and perhaps choose a quieter time to travel. You'll find it on the First Bus app or here.

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