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TodayApr 27
from $15
TomorrowApr 28
from $25
MonApr 29
from $13
TueApr 30
from $11
WedMay 1
from $11
ThuMay 2
from $11
FriMay 3
from $15
SatMay 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Glasgow
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $15
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Glasgow
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $15
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Thomas Street (Stop Nn)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $36
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $31
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Airport (MAN)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Glasgow
    Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $45
Bus Manchester to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Bus Manchester to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23
Average bus trip duration5h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:45 AM
Distance183 miles (295 km)
Latest bus departure11:40 PM

Manchester to Glasgow Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:45AM - 11:40PM
Minimum Price$11
Average Ticket Price$23
Minimum Trip Duration3h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h
Distance183 miles (295 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteMegabus UK, National Express, FlixBus, Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Glasgow

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Glasgow. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Manchester to Glasgow takes around 5h, but you can get there in as little as 3h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 184 miles (296 km) that separate the two cities.

Manchester and Glasgow are 184 miles (296 km) apart.

About 13 buses travel this route daily, provided by Megabus UK, National Express and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Manchester to Glasgow may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Manchester to Glasgow a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 12:45 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:40 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Manchester to Glasgow leave from Shudehill and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $9.

The bus ticket costs $23 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $9 and $118, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Glasgow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are University of Glasgow, The Necropolis, Auchentoshan Distillery, House for an Art Lover and Glasgow Science Centre.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/25
$12
04/26
No data
Today
$20
04/28
$12
04/29
$12
04/30
$12
05/01
$12
05/02
No data
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Glasgow was searched and found on Apr 30, 2024 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Glasgow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $46 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2024-04-30.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Manchester to Glasgow.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Glasgow, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Glasgow 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 Manchester to Glasgow while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Manchester by bus?

Bus from Glasgow to Manchester

You can also go to Glasgow by train

Train from Manchester to Glasgow

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