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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€80
Fastest journey on Sep 08
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
3 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 08
39
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 39 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC), including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
W851963:21 PM3h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€441One-way0 transfers- W851881:21 PM3h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:39 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€441One-way0 transfers
- W85182 · W8518512:21 PM3h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:48 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€471One-way1 transfer
- W851604:54 AM3h28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:22 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€521One-way0 transfers
- W851657:21 AM3h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:35 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€551One-way0 transfers
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W341778:50 AM3h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer- W34187+G890511:50 PM3h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
- W34007+G890672:50 PM3h11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:01 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
- W33912+G8904710:50 AM3h12Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:02 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
- W34082+G890554:50 PM3h12Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:02 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€951One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €198.
Distance: 295 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price | €198 Average price | €98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A train is €0.41 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €41.
A train is €157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average €198.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Flight takes on average 5h 51m.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24994+ G80191+ L88236 | On time 12:53 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 9h13 | 10:06 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| G15885+G80191+L88236 | On time 2:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 7h22 | 10:06 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| W85160 | 4:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 8:22 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89040+W34023 | 5:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h27 | 9:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84643+W34206 | 6:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h35 | 10:42 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85165 | 7:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h14 | 10:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 C04436+W34046 | 7:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 11:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89042+W34046 | 7:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 11:18 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84651+W34177 | 8:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h54 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89062+W34177 | 8:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84656+W34254 | 9:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85170 | 9:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89569+W34254 | 9:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h32 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| C04444+C01369 | 9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 1:15 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89045+W34254 | 9:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h15 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84661+W33912 | 10:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h55 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85177 · W85179 | 10:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h18 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89047+W33912 | 10:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h12 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84667+W34033 | 11:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h54 | 3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85179 | 11:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89585+W34033 | 11:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 3:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| C21812+W33935 | 11:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 3:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89071+W33935 | 11:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h27 | 3:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84673+W34016 | 12:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h57 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85182 · W85185 | 12:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h27 | 3:48 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89593+W34016 | 12:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 4:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85188 | 1:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 4:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89051+W34187 | 1:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89067+W34007 | 2:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85196 | 3:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89053+W34069 | 3:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h27 | 7:17 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89055+W34082 | 4:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h12 | 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W84702+C01319 | 5:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 9:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85206 | 5:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 8:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89554+C01319 | 5:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h33 | 9:06 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89069+W34287 | 5:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 9:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
W85208+L88598+ Y14751 | 6:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 10:04 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| G89057+W34169 | 6:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 10:09 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89059+C01320 | 7:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:44, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 1:44 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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