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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena is to rideshare which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Manchester Arena?

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 Arena?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Manchester Arena. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Victoria via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Manchester Arena?

The distance between Glasgow and Manchester Arena is 224 miles. The road distance is 213.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester Arena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Manchester Arena train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Manchester Arena?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester Arena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Manchester Arena train arrive?

Glasgow to Manchester Arena train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Manchester Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Manchester Arena is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Glasgow to Manchester Arena.

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

Book your Glasgow to Manchester Arena train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Manchester Arena?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Manchester Arena.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Manchester Arena?

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

Glasgow to Manchester Arena - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Manchester Arena by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
3h 33m
£81–139
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Manchesterrideshare 211.3 mi
4h 27m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 6m
£25–45
Drive 212 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Manchester Arenacar 212 mi
3h 36m
£52–75
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 14m
£52–152
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
3h 37m
£81–139
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
5h 27m
£61–176
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 24m
£64–165

Glasgow to Manchester Arena by train, tram, and foot

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.4 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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