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

The bus ticket price from Glasgow to Manchester starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Manchester?

The average travel time between Glasgow and Manchester is around 5h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Glasgow and Manchester?

The number of buses from Glasgow to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Glasgow to Manchester?

When taking the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

Bus Glasgow to Manchester from US$21 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	5h	15:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	4h	08:20	Shudehill	No tags
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	5h	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
08:18	Newhouse Hotel Stop	7h 2m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	5h	15:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
08:18	Newhouse Hotel Stop	7h 2m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	5h	15:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	5h	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
08:18	Newhouse Hotel Stop	7h 2m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	4h	08:20	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Manchester on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Glasgow	5h	15:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
22:40	Glasgow	4h	02:40	Shudehill	Fastest
08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	13:50	Coach Station	No tags
08:50	Newhouse Hotel Stop	6h 30m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	4h	08:20	Shudehill	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 49 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 49mAverage duration

295 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$21 - US$158	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$25 - US$237	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$22 - US$45	Average duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Bus Glasgow to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31

Average bus trip duration5h 10m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure04:20

Distance295 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 140 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11140 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$21

FlixBus Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews

A very good communication from the driver. Excellently carried out protocols and a smooth journey.

Maryann A.

19 August 2024

Waste my time

Muhammad U.

6 November 2024

Drivers top gear

John H.

23 September 2024

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting comfortable seating and timely arrivals. The drivers were noted for being polite, experienced, and attentive throughout the journey. While some mentioned a change in schedule as inconvenient or found seats slightly uncomfortable on longer trips, overall satisfaction was high due to excellent service from booking to arrival at destinations.

National Express Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews

Change of time was inconvenient. Journey was ok seats a bit uncomfortable if sitting in them to long. Other than that was fine

Christopher T.

18 May 2025

Wet wet weather conditions today .yellow weather warning has delayed travel for safety

Mary P.

30 September 2022

Everything was fine except my luggage went missing. Despite telling the driver it was destined for Manchester, it wasn’t offloaded at Manchester and given to lost property, or it’s been handed to someone else.

Scott G.

20 May 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54 261 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Passengers generally had a comfortable and pleasant journey, appreciating the clean buses and friendly staff. The bus service was noted for being on time with helpful drivers. However, some reviews mentioned issues with temperature control inside the bus, describing it as too hot at times.

Megabus Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews

Terrible! 50 minutes late with no indication of anything we just waited without any updates

Jasmine J.

24 September 2024

We had a stop break at a lovely country restaurant, shop.The bus is very comfortable, bus driver,announce,no alcohol is allowed ( very happy) Everyone was best behaved and quite! All good,thanks to the staff who drove the bus.ta Linda

Linda R.

16 May 2023

Comfortable trip to manchester airport slept most of Nice helpful friendly staff Bus was very clean

Sharon D.

7 February 2023

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Glasgow to Manchester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Manchester?

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Glasgow - Manchester

How much does a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester cost?
The bus ticket price from Glasgow to Manchester starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Manchester?
The average travel time between Glasgow and Manchester is around 5h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Glasgow and Manchester?
The number of buses from Glasgow to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Glasgow to Manchester?
When taking the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/10

US$47

31/10

US$125

Today

US$43

02/11

US$37

03/11

US$22

04/11

US$21

05/11

US$21

06/11

US$25

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$130 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Glasgow to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Manchester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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