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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €46
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €83
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 3 h 11 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 3 h 11 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 29
- Distance
- 296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow 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 will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 29 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 296 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 Fri, Nov 13 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.
W85182 · W8518512:21 PM 3h27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3:48 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €46 1 One-way 1 transfer- W85160
4:57 AM 3h25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 8:22 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) €54 1 One-way 0 transfers - C24372+
C013217:21 PM 3h52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:13 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €57 1 One-way 1 transfer - W85165
7:21 AM 3h14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:35 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) €57 1 One-way 0 transfers - W84697+W34082
4:07 PM 3h55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €60 1 One-way 1 transfer
G89062+W341778:50 AM 3h11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €98 1 One-way 1 transfer- G89067+W34007
2:50 PM 3h11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €98 1 One-way 1 transfer - G89051+W34187
1:50 PM 3h11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €98 1 One-way 1 transfer - G89055+W34082
4:50 PM 3h12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 8:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €98 1 One-way 1 transfer - G89047+W33912
10:50 AM 3h12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) €98 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 17:21. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 5:21 PM |
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Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85168+W34177 | 8:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 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 | |
| W85170 | 9:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89045+W34254 | 9:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h15 | 1:05 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G89047+W33912 | 10:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h12 | 2:02 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W85179 | 11:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 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 | |
| G16023+G89607+W34007 | 1:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h03 | 6:01 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 transfers | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow trains use the Deansgate to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow 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.
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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, 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.
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