- Distance: 221.6 mi
- Duration: 3h 18m
The average train between Manchester and Glasgow takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Glasgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Glasgow. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Glasgow at 8:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Glasgow station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.
Manchester to Glasgow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Glasgow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Manchester to Glasgow train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Glasgow is 295.2 km. The road distance is 357 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 18m.
