Bus from Glasgow to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 10
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Shudehill
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Manchester Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 11
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Shudehill
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 12
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Shudehill
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 13
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Manchester Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 14
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Glasgow
Manchester Airport
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 15
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Manchester Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 16
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Glasgow
Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Manchester Airport
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Next departures for Glasgow to Manchester on June 17
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Shudehill
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Manchester Airport
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Compare 2 ways to go from Glasgow to Manchester
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to the users, there is positive feedback regarding the smooth journey and excellent communication from the driver. The protocols were well executed, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. Additionally, passengers appreciated that the bus maintained a comfortable temperature throughout and arrived at Manchester Bus Station on time.
Flixbus Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews
The check in was horrible and the attendant was very rude. Moreover my bags were charged. Additionally a box was 🚫 t allowed.
4.0 out of 5 stars
John N.
The journey went smoothly,made even better by the fact that the traffic wasn't heavy.The temperature on the bus was just right,neither too hot or too cold.Also the bus got me into Manchester Bus Station dead on time.xx
5.0 out of 5 stars
Muira T.
A very good communication from the driver. Excellently carried out protocols and a smooth journey.
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
4.0 out of 5 stars
Christopher T.
Wet wet weather conditions today .yellow weather warning has delayed travel for safety
4.0 out of 5 stars
Mary P.
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.
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
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jasmine J.
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
5.0 out of 5 stars
Linda R.
Comfortable trip to manchester airport slept most of
Nice helpful friendly staff
Bus was very clean
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Glasgow to Manchester by bus
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 bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Glasgow to Manchester start from $18. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Manchester?
The average bus trip duration from Glasgow to Manchester is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest bus can get 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 9 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 7:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester?
A bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester generates an estimated 7.418699999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 29889 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Glasgow to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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.
Best price found
06/08
$48
06/09
$49
Today
$35
06/11
$40
06/12
$37
06/13
$31
06/14
$39
06/15
$28
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of $28
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 $28 to $79 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 $28 which is on 2026-06-15.
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.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of $28
