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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Glasgow Central | Manchester Oxford Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Manchester Oxford Road | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Manchester Oxford Road | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Glasgow and Manchester?
Train Companies
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Transpennine Express Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews
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.
my train was cancelled
Asher D.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Manchester start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Glasgow to Manchester is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 184 miles (296 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 8m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Glasgow to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Glasgow to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Glasgow to Manchester at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 6:56pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $52To 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 $52 to $227 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 $52 which is on 2025-12-17.
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