4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 28
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 28
€76
Fastest journey on Sep 28
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
3 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 28
46
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Manchester will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 46 trains from Glasgow to Manchester, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W34271+
P285055:48 AM3h21Glasgow Central (GLC)9:09 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€401One-way1 transfer
W84884 · W849017:45 AM3h37Glasgow Central (GLC)11:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€471One-way1 transfer- W34050+P285112:34 PM3h35Glasgow Central (GLC)6:09 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€501One-way1 transfer
- W34020+P241643:38 PM3h35Glasgow Central (GLC)7:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€501One-way1 transfer
- W848997:11 AM3h11Glasgow Central (GLC)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€521One-way0 transfers
- W848997:11 AM3h11Glasgow Central (GLC)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€521One-way0 transfers
- W34063+G8988912:40 PM3h11Glasgow Central (GLC)3:51 PMDeansgate (DGT)€951One-way1 transfer
- W8490811:10 AM3h12Glasgow Central (GLC)2:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€551One-way0 transfers
- W849039:09 AM3h13Glasgow Central (GLC)12:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€551One-way0 transfers
- W849151:09 PM3h13Glasgow Central (GLC)4:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€581One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Glasgow to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Manchester trains for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84876 | On time 9:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h22 | 12:38 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01364+W84905 | On time 9:46 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h38 | 1:24 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W84909 | On time 11:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h13 | 2:20 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33138+G89872 | On time 11:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h17 | 2:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33314+W84707 | On time 12:35 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h32 | 4:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33314+G89851 | On time 12:35 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h36 | 4:11 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 28 | |||||
| W84895 | 4:22 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h01 | 8:23 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33939+W84658 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h39 | 8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W84895+W33939 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h55 | 8:23 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| W33939+G89878 | 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h23 | 7:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Lumo from Glasgow to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow and Manchester from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Glasgow to Manchester
Once great industrial cities of the Victorian era, Glasgow and Manchester have reinvented themselves as cultural and media powerhouses for the 21st century. The rail links established in the 19th century remain, allowing business and leisure travelers to take direct trains from Glasgow to Manchester seven days a week. Journey times from Scotland's largest city are around three hours and 15 minutes for the quickest services. Departures range from very early morning to mid evening. Additional indirect trains with one change en route increase the journey options to Manchester.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Manchester
First Transpennine Express operates direct trains from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly. Indirect connections involve taking First Transpennine Express or Virgin Trains departures from Glasgow and changing at Carlisle, Lancaster, Wigan North Western or Preston for Northern Rail connections to Manchester.
How long is the train from Glasgow to Manchester?
The fastest services on the 216 mile route south from Glasgow to Manchester are First Transpennine Express direct trains, taking three hours and 14 minutes. The quickest indirect connections with Virgin Trains and Northern Rail via Preston only take a minute or two longer to reach Manchester.
How many trains are there from Glasgow to Manchester?
The First Transpennine Express timetable has direct trains from Glasgow to Manchester Piccadilly every two hours from early morning to just after 7:00 p.m. Indirect services run roughly every half hour from very early morning to midday, then at least once an hour in the afternoon until mid evening. Sunday schedules offer less frequent services, no early morning departures from Glasgow and longer journey times on some routes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Glasgow to Manchester?
Departure train station: Glasgow Central Station is situated in the city center, with Subway connections available from nearby St Enoch and bus services stopping on Hope Street and Union Street. Station facilities include a food supermarket, news vendor, bakery, pharmacy, coffee bar and taxi stands.
Arrival train station:Manchester Piccadilly Station is situated in the center of Manchester, with trams stopping by the main entrance and city bus routes stopping on London Road and Fairfield Street. The station concourse has a business lounge, a mini supermarket, pharmacy, vending machines, coffee shops, a news vendor, bakery, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Manchester
Most Glasgow to Manchester trains use the Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road station pair, with some services arriving at Deansgate. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Argyle Street from Glasgow city centre
Argyle Street train station facilities and services
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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