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Compare 2 ways to travel from Glasgow to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Manchester
Stops in Manchester
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Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60 - C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK - D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Manchester
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Manchester start from £14. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Manchester is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Manchester at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester?
A bus journey from Glasgow to Manchester produces an estimated 7.424975000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Glasgow to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 30398 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Glasgow to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 7 Oct 2026 with a price of £20To 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 £20 to £59 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 £20, which is on 2026-10-07.
Usually National Express, FlixBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
