How do I get from Glasgow to Manchester without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and sustainable way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester?

The travel time from Glasgow to Manchester is about 5h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 3h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 184 miles (296 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Glasgow from Manchester?

About 184 miles (296 km) separate Glasgow and Manchester.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Glasgow to Manchester?

Most of the buses traveling from Glasgow to Manchester leave from Buchanan Bus Station and arrive at Manchester Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Glasgow to Manchester by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $17, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

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

The average price of a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Manchester is $33. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $130, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Sightseeing Manchester, Manchester City Football Club, Chester Zoo, Ordsall Hall and John Rylands Library.

Glasgow to Manchester Bus Tickets

TodayJun 3

from $24

TomorrowJun 4

from $24

ThuJun 5

from $36

FriJun 6

from $29

SatJun 7

from $29

SunJun 8

from $25

MonJun 9

from $24

TueJun 10

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 4 at 10:40pm
Departure city: Glasgow
Departure location: Glasgow
Arrival time: June 5 at 2:40am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: June 4 at 8:40am
Departure city: Glasgow
Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 1:50pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: June 4 at 10:55am
Departure city: Glasgow
Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 4:10pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m
Departure time: June 4 at 10:30am
Departure city: Glasgow
Departure location: Glasgow
Arrival time: June 4 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: June 4 at 8:40am
Departure city: Glasgow
Departure location: Buchanan Bus Station
Arrival time: June 4 at 1:50pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $130	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$26 - $184	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $45	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Glasgow to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

3h 18mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Glasgow to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33

Average bus trip duration5h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure4:05am

Distance183 miles (295 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Megabus UK

3.5/54,171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

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.

September 24, 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.

May 16, 2023

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

Sharon D.

February 7, 2023

National Express

4/529,221 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.

May 18, 2025

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

Mary P.

September 30, 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.

May 20, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,866 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Glasgow Manchester recent customer reviews

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

Maryann A.

August 19, 2024

Waste my time

Muhammad U.

November 6, 2024

Drivers top gear

John H.

September 23, 2024

Infobus

4/5469 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

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 - Manchester Airport

B - Shudehill

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Glasgow - Manchester

How do I get from Glasgow to Manchester without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester?
How far is Glasgow from Manchester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Glasgow to Manchester?
What is the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?
How much does a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

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

Best price found

06/01

$66

06/02

$38

Today

$22

06/04

$21

06/05

$33

06/06

$25

06/07

$26

06/08

$23

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Manchester was searched and found on Jun 4, 2025 with a price of $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 $21 to $66 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 $21 which is on 2025-06-04.

Usually MEGB, 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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Glasgow to Manchester will emit less CO2 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 travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 18m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 50m	Avg Price$35	Daily Departures1

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Bus Glasgow to Manchester: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Manchester?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Glasgow - Manchester

How do I get from Glasgow to Manchester without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Glasgow to Manchester?

How far is Glasgow from Manchester?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Glasgow to Manchester?

What is the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Manchester?

Will you be returning to Glasgow by bus?

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