How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester start from €11. The average price for this train route is around €40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Glasgow to Manchester is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 296 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Manchester?

The earliest train from Glasgow to Manchester departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 18:56.

Train Glasgow to Manchester from €11

Next train departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:10	Glasgow Central	3h 14m	20:24	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	07:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:07	Glasgow Central	4h 13m	15:20	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	13:12	Glasgow Central	4h 8m	17:20	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	11:07	Glasgow Central	4h 13m	15:20	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	11:07	Glasgow Central	4h 13m	15:20	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	13:12	Glasgow Central	4h 8m	17:20	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:08	Glasgow Central	3h 14m	18:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:07	Glasgow Central	3h 17m	20:24	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Cheapest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	Fastest
Train	07:11	Glasgow Central	3h 11m	10:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags
Train	09:09	Glasgow Central	3h 13m	12:22	Manchester Oxford Road	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

295 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€15 - €169	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€11 - €208	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€18 - €41	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Glasgow and Manchester?

Glasgow

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Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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Manchester

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Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi5

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at €11

Transpennine Express Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews

The price was very reasknable, the staff were all friendly and efficient and the train ran to time.

Robert M.

19 January 2026

Train left Glasgow on time for Manchester Piccadilly but for lack of staff,the service had to be terminated at Preston and end up getting an hour late to Manchester Piccadilly due to changing trains. Very unpleased with it all.

Ruhongo N.

17 December 2021

my train was cancelled

Asher D.

1 December 2025

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester start from €11. The average price for this train route is around €40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to Manchester is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 296 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Manchester?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Manchester departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 18:56.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/01

€53

22/01

€56

Today

€59

24/01

€53

25/01

€68

26/01

€48

27/01

€47

28/01

€47

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €47 to €197 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €47, which is on 2026-01-27.