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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 | Manchester Oxford Road | Glasgow Central | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Glasgow Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Glasgow Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Glasgow Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Glasgow Central | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Glasgow
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 £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Glasgow?
Train Companies
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 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 £19
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 £19. The average price for this train route is around £48. 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 184 miles. 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 13 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.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Glasgow was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To 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 £47 to £235 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 £47, which is on 2025-12-04.
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