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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Manchester?

The distance between Glasgow and Manchester is 222 miles. The road distance is 213.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Manchester?

The train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester bus from?

Glasgow to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester train from?

Glasgow to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Manchester?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £95 and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester bus arrive?

Glasgow to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester train arrive?

Glasgow to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Manchester is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Glasgow to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?

Book your Glasgow to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Manchester?

Book your Glasgow to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Glasgow to Manchester - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
3h 12m
£80–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Manchesterrideshare 211.3 mi
4h 13m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h
£24–95
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
4h 29m
£51–163
Train via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 20m
£80–145
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 28m
£66–140
Drive 212.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Manchestercar 212.4 mi
3h 38m
£52–75
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 9m
£59–180
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 3m
£64–165

Glasgow to Manchester by train

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Distance: 221 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 4h. National Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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