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

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Glasgow is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 306 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow?

The earliest train from Manchester to Glasgow departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Manchester to Glasgow from €11

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:21	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 17m	20:38	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	17:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 14m	20:38	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 15m	10:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 15m	10:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 15m	10:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:30	Manchester Oxford Road	4h 13m	16:43	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	16:30	Manchester Oxford Road	4h 10m	20:40	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	12:30	Manchester Oxford Road	4h 13m	16:43	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	12:30	Manchester Oxford Road	4h 13m	16:43	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	14:30	Manchester Oxford Road	4h 11m	18:41	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	CheapestFastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 10m	10:35	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	09:24	Manchester Oxford Road	3h 16m	12:40	Glasgow Central	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

295 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€15 - €161	Average duration5h 59m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€11 - €281	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€22 - €41	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Manchester

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Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Glasgow

A
Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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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

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Glasgow is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 306 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow?
The earliest train from Manchester to Glasgow departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

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

€59

Today

€53

24/01

€53

25/01

€59

26/01

€48

27/01

€48

28/01

€46

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Glasgow was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €46

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

You can expect to pay from €46 to €197 for a train ticket from Manchester to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €46, which is on 2026-01-28.